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DS03 UJX

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,588 mi
Last recorded151,588 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2011
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS03 UJX
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2011 151,588 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 136,006 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2009 121,912 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 121,912 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 102,264 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 90,431 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside washer jet poor.

Wipers worn.

Fail 26 Jul 2007 90,431 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside washer jet poor.

Offside Front Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Wipers worn.

Pass 5 Jul 2006 66,144 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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DS03 UJX is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DS03 UJX, 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 DS03 UJX registered?

DS03 UJX is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 28 July 2003.

Is DS03 UJX safe to buy?

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