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MW53 SFN

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

67,499 mi
Last recorded67,499 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2013
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW53 SFN
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2013 67,499 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Apr 2012 60,462 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 23 Apr 2012 60,462 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 56,570 miles

Offside rear door does not open

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake discs pitted

Pass 30 Apr 2010 52,325 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2008 43,848 miles

front and rear brake discs have surface corrosion

o/s/f headlamp unit has a small crack in it but not altering beam image

Pass 4 Dec 2007 38,945 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 28,185 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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MW53 SFN is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol 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 MW53 SFN, 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 MW53 SFN registered?

MW53 SFN is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is MW53 SFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW53 SFN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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