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HV53 SYH

2003 Peugeot 406

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,241 mi
Last recorded79,241 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2010
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 SYH
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2010 79,241 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

offside/nearside front brake discs pitted

offside/nearside rear brake discs worn

Pass 31 Jul 2009 63,644 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 31 Jul 2009 63,644 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 55,326 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 52,447 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 52,447 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 47,480 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot 406?

Based on 2,150,418 MOT tests across 237,401 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
7,570
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
237,401
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 164,607
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 96,011
position lamp(s) not working 72,635
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,239
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 65,126
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HV53 SYH is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Peugeot 406 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 103,810 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 406 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 164,607 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV53 SYH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 406 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Peugeot 406 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HV53 SYH registered?

HV53 SYH is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is HV53 SYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV53 SYH shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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