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KY53 CGZ

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,825 mi
Last recorded137,825 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY53 CGZ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 137,825 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

both front brake discs pitted

front number plate deteriorated

oil leak

Pass 7 Feb 2017 135,240 miles

both front brake discs pitted

front number plate damaged

offside rear sill damaged

oil leak

Pass 17 Feb 2016 132,729 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 129,735 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2015 129,732 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 129,732 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 127,056 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 108,746 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 108,746 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 94,497 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 94,496 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 81,112 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 65,866 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 65,866 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 52,742 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 32,981 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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KY53 CGZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 KY53 CGZ, 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 KY53 CGZ registered?

KY53 CGZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is KY53 CGZ safe to buy?

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