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LN53 UZP

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

72,705 mi
Last recorded72,705 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN53 UZP
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2019 72,705 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 68,029 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 62,544 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 62,538 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 57,211 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear N/S/R tyre going bald on inner edge.

Fail 6 Jun 2016 87,209 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear N/S/R tyre going bald on inner edge.

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 May 2015 51,884 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 51,884 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 48,789 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 48,789 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 43,604 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 39,735 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 22,155 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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LN53 UZP is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LN53 UZP, 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

How do I check the history of LN53 UZP?

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What year was LN53 UZP registered?

LN53 UZP is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is LN53 UZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN53 UZP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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