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WP52 MDK

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2011
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

100,823 mi
Last recorded100,823 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2010
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP52 MDK
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2010 100,823 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 100,746 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 100,669 miles

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

discs rusted rear

Fail 21 Dec 2009 100,665 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

discs rusted rear

Pass 8 Sep 2009 99,343 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 94,832 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 84,405 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 79,499 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2006 79,047 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front lower swivel boot split

weep from power assisted steering reservoir

Fail 3 Jan 2006 79,047 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front lower swivel boot split.

weep from power steering reservoir.

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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WP52 MDK is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 WP52 MDK, 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 WP52 MDK registered?

WP52 MDK is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 17 January 2003.

Is WP52 MDK safe to buy?

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