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ST53 BWK

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

267,751 mi
Last recorded267,751 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST53 BWK
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2012 267,751 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 232,626 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 207,287 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 192,450 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2009 173,862 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 136,878 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 99,875 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 93,004 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 91,898 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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ST53 BWK is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ST53 BWK, 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 ST53 BWK?

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What year was ST53 BWK registered?

ST53 BWK is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is ST53 BWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST53 BWK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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