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PN53 BSU

2003 Peugeot 406

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,315 mi
Last recorded81,315 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2008
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 BSU
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2008 81,315 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 67,875 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 55,839 miles

clutch pedal high

nearside front headlight aim on lower limits

rear brakes corrided

testing in damp conditions

Pass 1 Sep 2006 55,491 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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PN53 BSU is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PN53 BSU, 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 PN53 BSU registered?

PN53 BSU is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is PN53 BSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN53 BSU shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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