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WU53 KVD

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

192,645 mi
Last recorded192,645 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 KVD
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2017 192,645 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

under trays fitted

Fail 16 Nov 2017 192,645 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported middle clamp (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2016 186,282 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2015 179,930 miles

o/s/r tyre misshaped

steering / suspension has play

steering rack area damp

Pass 20 Nov 2014 172,473 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 164,088 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 164,088 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 154,388 miles

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

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

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)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2011 147,510 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2010 140,652 miles

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

Nearside Front Linkbar Showing Signs Of Wear

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 133,401 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)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 126,630 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 113,502 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 100,875 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

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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WU53 KVD is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WU53 KVD, 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 WU53 KVD registered?

WU53 KVD is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 10 October 2003.

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