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KN53 FHJ

2003 Peugeot 406

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,413 mi
Last recorded147,413 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 FHJ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Apr 2018 147,413 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Steering system excessively rough offside strut top bearing siezed (2.2.D.1)

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 136,271 miles

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

front brake discs corroded inner face

Fail 10 Feb 2017 136,271 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

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

front brake discs corroded inner face

Pass 17 Feb 2016 128,555 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 119,081 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 109,823 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 99,445 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 88,121 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 77,989 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 70,228 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 61,456 miles

Brake fluid low.

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

Pass 20 Feb 2008 52,828 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 44,480 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 39,296 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 FHJ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FHJ, 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 FHJ registered?

KN53 FHJ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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The MOT history for KN53 FHJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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