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SD52 RFX

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

179,489 mi
Last recorded179,489 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD52 RFX
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 179,489 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 164,996 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 147,619 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 133,124 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 113,785 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 100,558 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 88,300 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 74,932 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 74,932 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 70,704 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 70,704 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 64,446 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 59,929 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 59,928 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2011 54,498 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 54,497 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 47,537 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 40,174 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 33,657 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 28,132 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 20,722 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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SD52 RFX is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 SD52 RFX, 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 SD52 RFX?

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What year was SD52 RFX registered?

SD52 RFX is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 28 February 2003.

Is SD52 RFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD52 RFX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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