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MJ53 HDN

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

117,227 mi
Last recorded117,227 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ53 HDN
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2018 117,227 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 110,188 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2016 94,970 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 94,970 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 75,405 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 70,695 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both rear b rake discs corroded outer face

Pass 5 Feb 2013 65,359 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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Feb 2013 65,359 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2012 59,604 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 56,545 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 52,357 miles

Rear brake drum slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both rear tyres have perished sidewalls

Pass 10 Feb 2009 45,141 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 42,893 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 35,292 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 35,292 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 28,144 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 28,144 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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 HDN is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HDN, 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 MJ53 HDN registered?

MJ53 HDN is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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The MOT history for MJ53 HDN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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