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CE03 DWP

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

156,682 mi
Last recorded156,682 miles
Recorded on29 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE03 DWP
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2013 156,682 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside rear bumper is damaged

Fail 29 May 2013 156,680 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

nearside rear bumper is damaged

Fail 20 Apr 2012 130,466 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 130,466 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 101,421 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 101,421 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 91,851 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 91,851 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 71,637 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 71,637 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 56,822 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 56,732 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Mar 2007 47,269 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 35,825 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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CE03 DWP is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 CE03 DWP, 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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What year was CE03 DWP registered?

CE03 DWP is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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