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KN53 EWG

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,688 mi
Last recorded89,688 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 EWG
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2013 89,688 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

n/s/r disc backing plate rubbing

Fail 18 Nov 2013 89,688 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

n/s/r disc backing plate rubbing

Pass 22 Nov 2012 80,251 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 79,758 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 65,769 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 59,113 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 50,999 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 41,813 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 21 Sep 2007 32,714 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 22,231 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 EWG is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EWG, 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 KN53 EWG registered?

KN53 EWG is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is KN53 EWG safe to buy?

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