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SH53 HZF

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

187,284 mi
Last recorded187,284 miles
Recorded on24 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH53 HZF
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2021 187,284 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 180,363 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 May 2019 171,774 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT TO REAR AROUND THE TANK. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 165,505 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

o/s and n/s inner sill rusting at rear

Pass 8 Jun 2017 151,853 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front discs and pads worn

Pass 6 Jun 2016 140,157 miles

front discs and pads worn

Pass 30 May 2015 129,491 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 125,629 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 120,939 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 106,624 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 87,956 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 11 Oct 2011 87,956 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 73,913 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Oct 2009 60,283 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 49,467 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 49,467 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2007 32,690 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 32,690 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2006 19,479 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SH53 HZF is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SH53 HZF, 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 SH53 HZF registered?

SH53 HZF is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 16 October 2003.

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The MOT history for SH53 HZF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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