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YK53 RRU

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,228 mi
Last recorded147,228 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK53 RRU
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 147,228 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

surface corrosion under body

Fail 4 Jan 2021 147,228 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm x2 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

surface corrosion under body

Fail 16 Dec 2020 147,186 miles

Central Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps outer cover broken/will show white light to rear when bulb replaced (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 131,223 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 131,223 miles

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 125,511 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 119,083 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 113,502 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 108,096 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 101,104 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 94,365 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 88,505 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 83,407 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 74,146 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 66,453 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 59,936 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 50,761 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 40,952 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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YK53 RRU is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YK53 RRU, 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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YK53 RRU is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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