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YB53 AXV

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

291,530 mi
Last recorded291,530 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB53 AXV
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2014 291,530 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 235,045 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 187,826 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 133,875 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 77,388 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 64,227 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 64,188 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2008 53,374 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 38,347 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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YB53 AXV is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver 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 YB53 AXV, 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

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What year was YB53 AXV registered?

YB53 AXV is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 18 November 2003.

Is YB53 AXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB53 AXV 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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