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KX53 YHB

2003 Peugeot 406

Black Petrol 2230cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

98,415 mi
Last recorded98,415 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 YHB
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,230cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 98,415 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust rubber splitting

Pass 11 Apr 2016 91,648 miles

engine light on

Fail 6 Apr 2016 91,605 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (3.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine light on

Pass 13 Apr 2015 88,936 miles

nearside front tyre is perished

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine warning light is on

Fail 8 Apr 2015 88,763 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine warning light is on

nearside front tyre is perished

Pass 7 Apr 2014 81,613 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 70,570 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 60,812 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 8 Dec 2011 60,812 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Dec 2010 54,752 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 54,746 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 44,655 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 27 Dec 2008 33,333 miles

offside rear tyre has signs of age cracking on the side wall

Fail 27 Dec 2008 33,332 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside rear tyre has signs of age cracking on the side wall

Pass 27 Jun 2007 31,138 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 22,429 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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KX53 YHB is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Black with a 2,230cc petrol 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 KX53 YHB, 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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KX53 YHB is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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