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KP53 HZB

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

198,489 mi
Last recorded198,489 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2015 198,489 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 186,489 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 186,489 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 173,827 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 173,827 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 168,442 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

These are observations and do not require attention - All 4 inner wings have liners fitted. Engine undershield fitted.

high level stop lamp inoperative

indicator stalk loose (not insecure)

o/s/r upper transverse link inner bush/bearing dust boot excessively deteriorated

Fail 2 Oct 2012 168,442 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

These are observations and do not require attention - All 4 inner wings have liners fitted. Engine undershield fitted.

high level stop lamp inoperative

indicator stalk loose (not insecure)

o/s/r upper transverse link inner bush/bearing dust boot excessively deteriorated

Pass 17 Oct 2011 165,135 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 153,245 miles

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

evidence of slight contact between and wheel arch liner on o/s/f but no contact on test.

indicator switch spring getting weak.

n/s/r tyre on legal tread depth limit and splits in tread - not to cords/ply

observation only - engine top cover, partial engine undershield, full front and rear wheel arch liners all fitted.

Fail 13 Oct 2010 153,136 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

evidence of slight contact between and wheel arch liner on o/s/f but no contact on test.

indicator switch spring getting weak.

n/s/r tyre on legal limit.

observation only - engine top cover, partial engine undershield, full front and rear wheel arch liners all fitted.

Pass 21 Oct 2009 146,450 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

cut to outer sidewall of o/s/f tyre - not to cords or ply

pad wear warning lamp illuminates when footbrake pressed

Fail 20 Oct 2009 146,450 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

cut to outer sidewall of o/s/f tyre - not to cords or ply

pad wear warning lamp illuminates when footbrake pressed

Pass 7 Nov 2008 130,387 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all four brake discs corroded

brake pedal anti slip wearing

chip in windscreen

Fail 7 Nov 2008 130,387 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all four brake discs corroded

brake pedal anti slip wearing

chip in windscreen

Pass 3 Dec 2007 110,173 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2006 75,228 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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KP53 HZB is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 KP53 HZB, 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 HZB registered?

KP53 HZB is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 22 October 2003.

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