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MF53 YXJ

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

283,235 mi
Last recorded283,235 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 YXJ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2020 283,235 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 7 Dec 2020 283,235 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 270,183 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2019 270,179 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 248,831 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 248,827 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 228,024 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 207,528 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 187,392 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2015 187,387 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 164,758 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2014 164,757 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 138,995 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 58,133 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 58,133 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 56,627 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 48,588 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 41,225 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 30,950 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 22,372 miles

front wiper blades split

Fail 22 Sep 2006 22,372 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front wiper blades split

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 YXJ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YXJ, 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.

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What year was MF53 YXJ registered?

MF53 YXJ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 27 September 2003.

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The MOT history for MF53 YXJ shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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