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SM53 EKD

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

136,641 mi
Last recorded136,641 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 EKD
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2017 136,641 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 125,504 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 116,301 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 105,125 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

o/s/r tyrec worn on inside

Pass 4 Sep 2013 95,632 miles

o/s/r tyre worn on inside

Pass 13 Sep 2012 85,435 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 75,094 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 66,510 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 56,832 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 48,129 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 48,129 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 40,203 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2006 30,020 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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SM53 EKD is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SM53 EKD, 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

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What year was SM53 EKD registered?

SM53 EKD is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is SM53 EKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM53 EKD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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