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DF03 DSZ

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

257,764 mi
Last recorded257,764 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 DSZ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2014 257,764 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 257,594 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 257,594 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 242,942 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 230,149 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 212,938 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 194,564 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 193,822 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 175,198 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Dec 2009 172,234 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 172,234 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 143,029 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

airbag warning light on

Fail 16 Dec 2008 143,029 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

airbag warning light on

Pass 20 Dec 2007 133,262 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 133,262 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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DF03 DSZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DF03 DSZ, 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 DF03 DSZ registered?

DF03 DSZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 21 July 2003.

Is DF03 DSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 DSZ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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