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PK53 YXR

2003 Peugeot 406

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

218,196 mi
Last recorded218,196 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK53 YXR
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2012 218,196 miles

indicator stalk getting sticky to use

Pass 19 Oct 2011 207,842 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 197,343 miles

slight play in near side tie bar

Fail 4 Nov 2010 197,343 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

slight play in near side tie bar

Fail 7 Nov 2009 175,357 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 7 Nov 2009 175,357 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 149,809 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2007 123,391 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 123,391 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 101,785 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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PK53 YXR is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PK53 YXR, 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

How do I check the history of PK53 YXR?

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What year was PK53 YXR registered?

PK53 YXR is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 17 November 2003.

Is PK53 YXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK53 YXR shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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