CarVerify

Free Car Check

YT53 UGR

2003 Peugeot 406

Black Diesel 1997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

161,267 mi
Last recorded161,267 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Peugeot
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT53 UGR
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016 161,267 miles

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)

Fail 26 Oct 2016 161,113 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 152,916 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 27 Oct 2015 152,916 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 143,427 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 31 Oct 2014 143,427 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 133,865 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 133,850 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 129,722 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

air bag light on

Pass 11 Aug 2011 123,437 miles

Advance wear to front brake discs

Air bag light stays on

Fail 11 Aug 2011 123,424 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Advance wear to front brake discs

Air bag light stays on

Pass 31 Aug 2010 113,459 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 95,725 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s rear wheel foot brake not locking wheel

Pass 8 Aug 2008 75,013 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 57,800 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 101,189 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 101,189 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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
Full Peugeot 406 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YT53 UGR is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YT53 UGR, 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

How do I check the history of YT53 UGR?

You can check the full history of YT53 UGR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YT53 UGR registered?

YT53 UGR is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 3 October 2003.

Is YT53 UGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT53 UGR shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YT53 UGR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YT53 UGR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.