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KU53 TFA

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

187,246 mi
Last recorded187,246 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU53 TFA
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2015 187,246 miles

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

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Nov 2013 167,275 miles

slight play in n/s/f anri-roll bar linkrod

Fail 26 Sep 2013 166,434 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2012 156,003 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 145,519 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 131,484 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 113,999 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 113,714 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 93,520 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 71,976 miles

BOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS POOR CONDITION REQUIRE ATTENTION AT NEXT SERVICE

Pass 11 Sep 2006 49,080 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 49,080 miles

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

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 TFA is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TFA, 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 KU53 TFA registered?

KU53 TFA is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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