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KP52 UCS

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

323,588 mi
Last recorded323,588 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP52 UCS
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2013 323,588 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 294,660 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 258,385 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 228,118 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 198,781 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 198,729 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Fail 13 Aug 2008 172,170 miles

Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 172,170 miles

Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 137,430 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 137,420 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2006 120,649 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 93,014 miles

N/S/R tyre nearing legial limit on edges

both rear disc's starting to corride

engine slightly noisey

spare tyre nearing legial limit

Fail 19 Dec 2005 93,014 miles

N/S/R tyre nearing legial limit on edges

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

both rear disc's starting to corride

engine slightly noisey

spare tyre nearing legial limit

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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KP52 UCS is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KP52 UCS, 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 KP52 UCS registered?

KP52 UCS is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is KP52 UCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP52 UCS shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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