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YO53 UZV

2003 Peugeot 406

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

182,383 mi
Last recorded182,383 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYO53 UZV
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2026 182,383 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2026 182,380 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 181,233 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2024 181,229 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 178,208 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 171,504 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2022 171,375 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 150,892 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 139,961 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 125,419 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2017 124,784 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 66,879 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 60,954 miles

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

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

front flexey pipe deteriorated

Pass 17 Oct 2011 52,758 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 48,505 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 43,301 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 37,695 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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YO53 UZV is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YO53 UZV, 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 YO53 UZV registered?

YO53 UZV is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 15 October 2003.

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The MOT history for YO53 UZV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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