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RF53 GVV

2003 Peugeot 406

Grey Petrol 2230cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

41,263 mi
Last recorded41,263 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF53 GVV
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,230cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2019 41,263 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 39,445 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 37,557 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 35,886 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

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

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 28 Jan 2015 34,073 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 32,430 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 30,673 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 28,801 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 26,097 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2011 26,097 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 21,480 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 21,480 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 19,023 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 16,131 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 12,142 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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RF53 GVV is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Grey with a 2,230cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RF53 GVV, 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 RF53 GVV registered?

RF53 GVV is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is RF53 GVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF53 GVV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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