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KU53 TKY

2003 Peugeot 406

Black Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

59,034 mi
Last recorded59,034 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU53 TKY
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2016 59,034 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

brake discs slightly corroded and pitted

front registration plate deteriorated

o/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

front bumper insecure

Fail 20 Mar 2016 59,034 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Rear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

brake discs slightly corroded and pitted

front registration plate deteriorated

o/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

front bumper insecure

Pass 11 Mar 2015 55,438 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 9 Mar 2015 55,434 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 50,335 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Mar 2014 50,335 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2013 50,300 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 8 Apr 2013 50,289 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 48,448 miles

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

inner front wheel arch cover missing,various wires hangging down on to tyre,needs attention asap.

o/s/front spring area,wires insecure,needs attention asap

Pass 3 Jun 2011 40,646 miles

air bag light on

coolant leak

Fail 28 May 2011 40,320 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

air bag light on

coolant leak

Pass 29 Jun 2010 33,167 miles

Coolant leak

airbag light on

Pass 22 May 2009 33,124 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 33,120 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

airbag light on

battery insecure

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 TKY is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Black with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 TKY, 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 KU53 TKY registered?

KU53 TKY is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 22 September 2003.

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