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KN53 EVW

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

185,784 mi
Last recorded185,784 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 EVW
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2018 185,784 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 165,076 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 137,729 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 137,726 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 102,596 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 70,360 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 70,358 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 43,689 miles

o/s wiper blade split at ends

Fail 3 Sep 2010 38,335 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

dampness around brake servo

registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

small chips in windscreen

Pass 3 Sep 2010 38,335 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

dampness around brake servo

small chips in windscreen

Pass 7 Sep 2009 34,096 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 30,189 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 25,864 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 20,750 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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KN53 EVW is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KN53 EVW, 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 KN53 EVW registered?

KN53 EVW is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 17 September 2003.

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