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MJ53 HBL

2003 Peugeot 406

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2014
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

165,171 mi
Last recorded165,171 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ53 HBL
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2013 165,171 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

offside front wheel grabbing slightly when turning by hand

Pass 18 Mar 2013 153,103 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 150,526 miles

Front bonnet damage

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

Fail 21 Feb 2013 150,526 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Front bonnet damage

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 135,997 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 119,577 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 109,717 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 102,370 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all four break disks are worn

Pass 23 Mar 2010 91,596 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 91,596 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 87,630 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 75,267 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

engine covers fitted

Fail 10 Nov 2008 75,252 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

engine covers fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2007 67,478 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

lower engine cover fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2006 55,533 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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MJ53 HBL is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 MJ53 HBL, 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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MJ53 HBL is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 23 October 2003.

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