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DU03 NKW

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

174,419 mi
Last recorded174,419 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU03 NKW
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2016 174,419 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit down to 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Jul 2016 174,415 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Driver's airbag obviously defective light on dash (5.4.1)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit down to 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 167,388 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 167,388 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 May 2014 156,337 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 143,059 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 143,059 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside side lights have one of two bulbs not working

Pass 27 Apr 2010 123,423 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 123,422 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 112,311 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 101,278 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 101,162 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 90,222 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front bumper insecure

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise airbag light on

Pass 21 Mar 2006 67,420 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 NKW is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NKW, 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 NKW registered?

DU03 NKW is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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