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WF53 NXZ

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

167,518 mi
Last recorded167,518 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF53 NXZ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Jul 2019 167,518 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Rear Seat belt anchorage loose lower bolt missing not attached to body (7.1.1 (b))

Emissions not tested due to major exhaust leaks (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front downpipe corroded & holed (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Intermediate pipe joining section to rear silencer detached & corroded away (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective filler flap release lever faulty-unable to check cap (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt installation has an anchorage without suitable reinforcement sill (marked) (10.1 (f))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower sill (marked) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn tie bar bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt installation has an anchorage without suitable reinforcement sill (marked) (10.1 (f))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower sill (marked) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (marked) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier upper clamp not secure (4.13 (a) (i))

Both rear coil spring corroded in places

Brake fluid dirty but not deemed contaminated

Engine oil leak(s) just deemed passable at time of test-requires rectifying/cleaning off prior to next inspection

Engine top cover insecure-possibility of fouling/wearing engine component pipework/hoses.

Intermediate exhaust pipe rear mounting bracket (1 of 2) fouling fuel filler rubber neck & marked-requires realigning

Lower engine mounting rubber bush deteriorating & unbonding but not resulting in excessive movement

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough in rotation just deemed passable at time of test-monitor

Nearside rear tyre worn unevenly/misshapen on inner tread pattern & very close to exposing ply

Offside Rear brake disc back plate corroded in places

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 154,872 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower inner sill is slightly corroded

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 151,592 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 144,363 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 138,999 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear discs corroded

Pass 20 Sep 2013 131,184 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 126,599 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 126,599 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 121,943 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 112,855 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Oct 2009 106,372 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Handbrake travel near excessive

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 106,372 miles

Handbrake travel near excessive

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 96,404 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 86,507 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 76,483 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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WF53 NXZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WF53 NXZ, 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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WF53 NXZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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