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OU53 UKG

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

271,461 mi
Last recorded271,461 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU53 UKG
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2018 271,461 miles
Fail 25 May 2018

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2012 268,989 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 25,068 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 250,683 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 197,028 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 173,563 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 142,854 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 129,715 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 104,041 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 54,276 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 21,590 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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OU53 UKG is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OU53 UKG, 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 OU53 UKG registered?

OU53 UKG is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 21 October 2003.

Is OU53 UKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU53 UKG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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