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OV53 YOA

2003 Peugeot 406

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

162,672 mi
Last recorded162,672 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 YOA
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 162,672 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Jun 2017 162,618 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 160,108 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 154,925 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Apr 2014 151,272 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 151,272 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 133,856 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 120,308 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 102,040 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 102,040 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 864,777 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 86,477 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

emissions not tested due to exhaust leak

Pass 21 Nov 2008 69,383 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 50,294 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 50,291 miles

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2006 38,018 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (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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OV53 YOA is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OV53 YOA, 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 OV53 YOA registered?

OV53 YOA is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 11 November 2003.

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