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KN53 SVX

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

216,387 mi
Last recorded216,387 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2015 216,387 miles

both front tyres bold

both rear shock absorbers slight leak

horn not working

n/s/f sidelight

n/s/r tyre outer edge wearing low

Pass 11 Jun 2014 210,799 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 210,796 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 23 May 2013 200,440 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 188,157 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 188,157 miles

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2010 174,617 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 166,961 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 145,288 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 126,748 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 114,193 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 SVX is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SVX, 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 SVX registered?

KN53 SVX is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 10 November 2003.

Is KN53 SVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN53 SVX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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