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MT53 MTX

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

5,296 mi
Last recorded5,296 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT53 MTX
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2019 5,296 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 80,186 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 164,623 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 158,744 miles

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

corrosion on front brake discs

offside front tyre worn on edges

offside rear coil spring corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2015 148,807 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 139,432 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 139,432 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2013 129,285 miles

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)

Fail 27 Nov 2013 129,279 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2012 119,156 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 119,151 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2011 108,560 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 98,756 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 98,756 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 88,484 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 88,323 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2008 78,006 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)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 68,378 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 68,378 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2006 59,719 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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MT53 MTX is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 MT53 MTX, 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 MT53 MTX registered?

MT53 MTX is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is MT53 MTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT53 MTX shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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