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DS03 XYF

2003 Peugeot 406

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

417,790 mi
Last recorded417,790 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS03 XYF
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2015 417,790 miles

1.slight engine oil leaks 2.slight oil leak from steering rack

Fail 25 Feb 2015 417,569 miles

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

1.slight engine oil leaks 2.slight oil leak from steering rack

Pass 28 Feb 2014 390,022 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 347,414 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 295,505 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 247,332 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 200,071 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 146,645 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 90,375 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 90,370 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2007 80,624 miles

front and rear tyres and rims are a very close fit to the vehicle not standerd fittment they are not fouling but are close

seat belt stork casing is taped up but working

Pass 18 Aug 2006 50,808 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 XYF is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DS03 XYF, 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 XYF registered?

DS03 XYF is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 20 August 2003.

Is DS03 XYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS03 XYF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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