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KN53 FTX

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

108,172 mi
Last recorded108,172 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 FTX
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 108,172 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 91,940 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 73,452 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 53,861 miles

Central Front ENGINE COVER AND UNDERTRAY FITTED

Central Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 52,440 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to 2mm, plus smooth on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Mar 2021 52,433 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to 2mm, plus smooth on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil Leak, Under Tray Covered in Oil

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Pipe on pump (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 46,457 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both headlamp fronts faded

Pass 9 Apr 2019 40,059 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 40,059 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 34,911 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 32,602 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 32,602 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 31,010 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 30,190 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 29,098 miles

rear silencer corroded

Pass 5 Apr 2013 27,613 miles

rear silencer corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2012 26,464 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

rear silencer corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2011 25,646 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all discs corroded

Pass 14 Apr 2010 25,002 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 23,744 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 22,603 miles

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 20,959 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2007 20,959 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 FTX is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 FTX, 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 FTX?

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What year was KN53 FTX registered?

KN53 FTX is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is KN53 FTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN53 FTX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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