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EO03 UWU

2003 Peugeot 406

Black Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

123,225 mi
Last recorded123,225 miles
Recorded on24 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO03 UWU
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 24 May 2022 123,225 miles

Central Front Bumper insecure hydraulic struts not holding. (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi blowing. (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault fault on system display. (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases snapped off. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2021 113,922 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 104,503 miles

advise heavley undersealed car been standing

Fail 27 Feb 2020 104,501 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both outers holed (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Position lamp insecure sharp (4.2.1 (c) (i))

car been standing seatbelts cover in mould and fungus light rust all brake pipes and discs

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 100,988 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 81,255 miles

Offside Rear tyre sidewall cracking with age

Fail 25 Apr 2017 81,255 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear tyre sidewall cracking with age

Pass 26 Apr 2016 67,496 miles

Cracking to sidewalls on both rear tyres

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 61,013 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 24 Apr 2015 60,984 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 1 May 2014 53,011 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 May 2013 51,683 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 49,828 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 49,828 miles

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 48,245 miles

slight bind front brakes /front/rear discs coroded

Pass 14 Apr 2010 46,360 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 44,348 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 42,523 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 37,961 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 37,961 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 29,400 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 29,400 miles

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

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

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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EO03 UWU is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Black with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 EO03 UWU, 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 EO03 UWU registered?

EO03 UWU is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 25 April 2003.

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