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KU53 SXR

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

149,531 mi
Last recorded149,531 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU53 SXR
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2020 149,531 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 138,530 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 130,715 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 108,804 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 97,725 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2014 97,720 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 86,206 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 82,551 miles

com2000 over cancelling

Fail 19 Sep 2012 82,551 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

com2000 over cancelling

Pass 15 Sep 2011 75,679 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

indicators over cancelling

Pass 21 Sep 2010 67,807 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 60,663 miles

engine cover insecure

exhaust tail pipe insecure

indicators over cancelling

Pass 17 Sep 2008 52,117 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 43,994 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 21 Sep 2006 34,425 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 SXR is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KU53 SXR, 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 SXR?

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What year was KU53 SXR registered?

KU53 SXR is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is KU53 SXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU53 SXR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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