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AD03 VWH

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

138,304 mi
Last recorded138,304 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 VWH
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 138,304 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 133,924 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 133,924 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 25 May 2016 126,478 miles

Nearside Rear Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Offside Rear Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 118,672 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Suspect fuel tank leak

Pass 5 Jun 2014 109,726 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 May 2013 102,242 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 94,176 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 94,163 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 84,541 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 74,717 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 65,233 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 55,940 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 46,272 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 35,251 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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AD03 VWH is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AD03 VWH, 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 AD03 VWH registered?

AD03 VWH is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is AD03 VWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 VWH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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