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KU53 HKX

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

154,118 mi
Last recorded154,118 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU53 HKX
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2016 154,118 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 154,118 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 12 Mar 2016 154,110 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases detatched (7.1.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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

n/s/r tyre low on outer edge

Pass 14 Mar 2015 140,488 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 135,494 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 135,149 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 130,978 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

n/s/r tyre close to limits

Fail 6 Feb 2013 130,505 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

n/s/r tyre close to limits

Pass 13 Feb 2012 125,987 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 125,784 miles

Brake operation has insufficient reserve pressure/vacuum to provide assistance for at least two more brake applications after the warning lamp or other device has operated (3.3.E.5b)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 110,263 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 91,593 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 72,707 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 56,300 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 36,860 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 22,801 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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KU53 HKX is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 KU53 HKX, 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 KU53 HKX?

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What year was KU53 HKX registered?

KU53 HKX is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is KU53 HKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU53 HKX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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