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DG03 KKZ

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

202,612 mi
Last recorded202,612 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 KKZ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 202,612 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 192,460 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner gaiter (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

covers fitted underneath the vehicle

oil leak

Fail 6 Aug 2016 192,432 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner gaiter (2.4.G.4e)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

covers fitted underneath the vehicle

oil leak

Pass 3 Aug 2015 184,667 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 184,667 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Fail 15 Jul 2014 172,419 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 172,419 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 157,218 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 157,218 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 141,887 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 125,529 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 125,529 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 124,431 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 124,431 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 122,371 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 117,860 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 111,629 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 104,709 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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 KKZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 DG03 KKZ, 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 DG03 KKZ registered?

DG03 KKZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 4 April 2003.

Is DG03 KKZ safe to buy?

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