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RJ53 LVU

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,190 mi
Last recorded36,190 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ53 LVU
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2012 36,190 miles

N/S/F wiper blade split

Pass 17 Aug 2011 36,045 miles

offside rear door won't open

Fail 16 Aug 2011 36,045 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

offside rear door won't open

Pass 1 Sep 2010 35,553 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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RJ53 LVU is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 RJ53 LVU, 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 RJ53 LVU registered?

RJ53 LVU is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is RJ53 LVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ53 LVU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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