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KN53 FRF

2003 Peugeot 406

Grey Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

145,861 mi
Last recorded145,861 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 FRF
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2015 145,861 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 138,730 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 138,730 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 132,423 miles

brake pedal rubber slightly worn pedal also has grips.

outer handbrake cables chaffed through rienforced coatings by design of mounting

rear axle exhaust hanger snapped and wired up so safe

Fail 4 Dec 2013 132,423 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

brake pedal rubber slightly worn pedal also has grips.

outer handbrake cables chaffed through rienforced coatings by design of mounting

rear axle exhaust hanger snapped and wired up so safe

Pass 30 Oct 2012 124,192 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 116,855 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 116,855 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 113,270 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 101,809 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 87,853 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 87,848 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 67,111 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 48,443 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 48,053 miles

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

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 FRF is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Grey with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 KN53 FRF, 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

How do I check the history of KN53 FRF?

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What year was KN53 FRF registered?

KN53 FRF is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 9 October 2003.

Is KN53 FRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN53 FRF shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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