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EP03 UNJ

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

157,869 mi
Last recorded157,869 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEP03 UNJ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2017 157,869 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 135,927 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 114,796 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 95,012 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2013 71,457 miles

slight corrosion to both front brake discs on inner faces

slight play in nearside front anti roll bar drop link

Pass 28 Jan 2012 62,781 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 55,740 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 49,535 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 44,787 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 44,787 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 39,221 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 28,748 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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EP03 UNJ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EP03 UNJ, 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 EP03 UNJ registered?

EP03 UNJ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 18 August 2003.

Is EP03 UNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EP03 UNJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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