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DG03 VGT

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

136,241 mi
Last recorded136,241 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 136,241 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 135,206 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 135,206 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2017 133,785 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 131,119 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 125,771 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

rattle from engine requires attn

Pass 10 Feb 2015 125,771 miles

rattle from engine requires attn

Pass 13 Feb 2014 112,604 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 106,299 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 96,207 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 84,379 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 75,079 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 63,372 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 54,164 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 42,862 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2007 42,861 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Feb 2006 32,457 miles

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

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

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 VGT is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VGT, 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

How do I check the history of DG03 VGT?

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What year was DG03 VGT registered?

DG03 VGT is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 3 April 2003.

Is DG03 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG03 VGT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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