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ML53 SFK

2003 Peugeot 406

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

214,509 mi
Last recorded214,509 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2011
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML53 SFK
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2011 214,509 miles

air bag light on.

Pass 9 Sep 2010 185,936 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Sep 2010 185,936 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 157,980 miles

fuel cap loose!.

n/s/r hand brake reading low.

rear indicators lights pale.

rear number plate lights dim.

travel in hand brake lever.

Pass 16 Sep 2009 134,044 miles

lower engine cover insecure.

n/s/f headlamp [dip] light beam pattern slightly distorted req's attention.

n/s/f indicator side repeater light pale.

travel in hand brake lever.

Pass 28 Aug 2008 79,349 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 73,455 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

engine covers fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2006 63,733 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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ML53 SFK is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ML53 SFK, 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 ML53 SFK registered?

ML53 SFK is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 14 October 2003.

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