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KX53 YMH

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

53,840 mi
Last recorded53,840 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 YMH
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 53,840 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 53,578 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 53,249 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 52,774 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 52,442 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 52,120 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 51,735 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 51,082 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 50,320 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 50,084 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 48,936 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 47,700 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 46,607 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 44,837 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 43,483 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 41,723 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 39,411 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 37,589 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 37,587 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 34,932 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 32,252 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 29,117 miles

Offside and nearside rear tyres wearing on the edge

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 YMH is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 KX53 YMH, 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 KX53 YMH registered?

KX53 YMH is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is KX53 YMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX53 YMH shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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