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DG03 VHN

2003 Peugeot 406

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

109,228 mi
Last recorded109,228 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 VHN
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2023 109,228 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2023 109,228 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 108,157 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 106,642 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 24 Mar 2017 106,640 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported box (7.1.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 104,923 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 102,705 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 100,385 miles

n/s front tyre has cuts and abrasions

Pass 19 Jan 2012 95,811 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 95,811 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 24 Jan 2011 91,755 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 84,540 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 84,540 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 71,207 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 56,539 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 45,545 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 33,155 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 VHN is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VHN, 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 VHN registered?

DG03 VHN is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is DG03 VHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG03 VHN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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