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KY53 CNC

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

128,679 mi
Last recorded128,679 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY53 CNC
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 128,679 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 121,851 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 111,005 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2023 111,005 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 108,363 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 106,073 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 104,932 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 102,454 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens misting (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens misting (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 99,765 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 99,765 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 96,449 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 91,523 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 86,450 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 82,003 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 76,873 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 69,804 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 62,511 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 56,346 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 49,470 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 44,387 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 44,344 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 38,759 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 31,559 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 CNC is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 CNC, 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 KY53 CNC registered?

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

Is KY53 CNC safe to buy?

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