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MF53 KFC

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

171,359 mi
Last recorded171,359 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 KFC
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2019 171,359 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 171,337 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 165,046 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 165,027 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 126,194 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 121,151 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2010 140 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 104,776 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 93,109 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 89,573 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 89,573 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front number plate has crack on offside corner.

Fail 6 Sep 2006 89,271 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front number plate damaged

Pass 6 Sep 2006 89,271 miles

front number plate damaged

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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MF53 KFC is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue 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 MF53 KFC, 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 MF53 KFC registered?

MF53 KFC is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is MF53 KFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF53 KFC 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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