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DU03 NKK

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,501 mi
Last recorded160,501 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU03 NKK
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2014 160,501 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 154,749 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 146,606 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 137,257 miles

Oil leak

Fail 1 Aug 2011 137,251 miles

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

N/S/R BRAKE DISC HEAVILY CORROED ON INNER FACE

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

Oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2010 127,517 miles

both rear tyres cracking

engine cover loose

rear discs slightly scored

slight play in osf steering rack arm

Fail 5 Aug 2010 127,517 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both rear tyres cracking

engine cover loose

nsr brake holding on slightly

rear discs slightly scored

slight play in osf steering rack arm

Pass 30 Jul 2009 117,421 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 106,988 miles

air bag light on

both rear brake discs are pitted

Pass 7 Aug 2007 97,546 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 97,546 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)

slight blow rear silencer, horn push needs attension

Pass 9 Mar 2006 82,599 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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DU03 NKK is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 DU03 NKK, 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 DU03 NKK registered?

DU03 NKK is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 11 March 2003.

Is DU03 NKK safe to buy?

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