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LM53 FVN

2003 Peugeot 406

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,791 mi
Last recorded112,791 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 FVN
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2013 112,791 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2011 107,483 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 107,465 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

EXTENSIVE SURFACE CORROSION TO REAR BRAKE DISCS

FRONT BRAKE DISCS HEAVILY WORN

Pass 10 Sep 2010 92,493 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 92,084 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 92,084 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 71,872 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 40,502 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 36,972 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 28,016 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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LM53 FVN is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LM53 FVN, 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 LM53 FVN registered?

LM53 FVN is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is LM53 FVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM53 FVN shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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