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DG03 JBV

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

125,250 mi
Last recorded125,250 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 JBV
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2016 125,250 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2016 122,814 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure ball joint detached (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure ball joint detached (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 103,021 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 103,002 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 98,376 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 94,512 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 89,054 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 81,045 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 74,523 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 74,512 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 6 Feb 2009 66,280 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 57,478 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 47,353 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 47,353 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 34,653 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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DG03 JBV is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DG03 JBV, 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 DG03 JBV registered?

DG03 JBV is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is DG03 JBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG03 JBV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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