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WL53 PBF

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

56,773 mi
Last recorded56,773 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL53 PBF
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2017 56,773 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 49,176 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 42,980 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 38,835 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 36,016 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 33,426 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 29,973 miles

indicator switch self selecting on return.

nearside wiper blade splitting.

Fail 22 Sep 2010 27,323 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside front tyre outer sidewall has damage but not exposing any cords.

Pass 22 Sep 2010 27,323 miles

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

nearside front tyre outer sidewall has damage but not exposing any cords.

Pass 23 Sep 2009 22,368 miles

indicator switch slightly weak.

nearside front tyre has a cut to outer sidewall but not exposing any cords.

Pass 24 Sep 2008 19,033 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 16,780 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 13,625 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)

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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WL53 PBF is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red 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 WL53 PBF, 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 WL53 PBF registered?

WL53 PBF is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 16 October 2003.

Is WL53 PBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL53 PBF 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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