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LC53 ELW

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

249,071 mi
Last recorded249,071 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 ELW
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2013 249,071 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 28 Aug 2013 249,071 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 237,377 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

o/s/f tyre has slight inner edge wear

o/s/f wiper blade slightly smearing on windscreen

Pass 8 Sep 2011 224,433 miles

advise play in n/s/f drop link

advise play in o/s/f drop link

Pass 13 Sep 2010 100,853 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 86,563 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 70,054 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 56,709 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 40,312 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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LC53 ELW is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LC53 ELW, 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 LC53 ELW registered?

LC53 ELW is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is LC53 ELW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 ELW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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