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DE03 EFZ

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

88,914 mi
Last recorded88,914 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 EFZ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 15 Jul 2021 88,914 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 79,441 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 79,287 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 75,827 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 53,558 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 41,186 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 41,184 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2012 35,975 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 35,973 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 32,581 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 28,925 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 24,829 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2008 20,233 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 20,233 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2007 18,100 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 15,043 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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DE03 EFZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 DE03 EFZ, 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 DE03 EFZ registered?

DE03 EFZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is DE03 EFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE03 EFZ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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