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KL53 YZZ

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

159,900 mi
Last recorded159,900 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 YZZ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2014 159,900 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

engine management light staying on

nearside rear tyre 3mm on outer tread & nail in tyre

offside rear tyre outer sidewall perishing

signs of judder on rear brakes during rolling road brake test

Pass 19 Sep 2013 148,328 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 148,326 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

O/S/F WING DAMAGED ENGINE LIGHT ON

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 134,736 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 118,921 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 118,921 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 103,158 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 90,049 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 75,634 miles

front bumper insecure

front wipers

Pass 5 Oct 2007 58,876 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 46,874 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 46,856 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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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KL53 YZZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KL53 YZZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KL53 YZZ registered?

KL53 YZZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 7 October 2003.

Is KL53 YZZ safe to buy?

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