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KP53 HMZ

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

227,253 mi
Last recorded227,253 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 HMZ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2017 227,253 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 185,589 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 142,836 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2014 107,975 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 107,915 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2013 105,143 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 105,143 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 95,722 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 85,957 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2011 85,957 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 14 Dec 2010 79,336 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 79,336 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 73,411 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 65,732 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 65,732 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 57,034 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 46,244 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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KP53 HMZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KP53 HMZ, 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 KP53 HMZ registered?

KP53 HMZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 21 October 2003.

Is KP53 HMZ safe to buy?

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