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SD53 PSY

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

214,723 mi
Last recorded214,723 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD53 PSY
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 214,723 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 211,398 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 205,239 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 199,610 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 195,603 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 188,948 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 180,950 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2017 180,812 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 174,484 miles

both rear brake discs slightly pitted

Fail 26 Oct 2016 174,484 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 28 Oct 2015 168,305 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 168,305 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 161,125 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 152,275 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 142,774 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 135,281 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 125,521 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 125,521 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 111,191 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 94,376 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 81,276 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 67,496 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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SD53 PSY is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SD53 PSY, 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 SD53 PSY registered?

SD53 PSY is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is SD53 PSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD53 PSY shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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