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HY53 PUO

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

213,526 mi
Last recorded213,526 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY53 PUO
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2016 213,526 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 213,526 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 210,065 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2015 210,065 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working poor connection (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 205,714 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Oct 2013 202,271 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2013 202,271 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Oct 2012 196,395 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 196,395 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 190,470 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 183,980 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

slight play in offside steering rack

Pass 17 Oct 2009 180,872 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 180,872 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 173,708 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 134,732 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 68,745 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 68,745 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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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HY53 PUO is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HY53 PUO, 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 HY53 PUO registered?

HY53 PUO is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is HY53 PUO safe to buy?

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