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FA03 MVK

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

146,143 mi
Last recorded146,143 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 MVK
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2019 146,143 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 129,231 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 128,485 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 89,553 miles

Airbag light on

Both rear tyres perrished

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

N/s/f tyre perrished

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 19 May 2010 89,536 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Airbag light on

Both rear tyres perrished

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

N/s/f tyre perrished

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 30 Jul 2009 86,973 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 83,830 miles

air bag light staying on

Pass 23 Jul 2007 81,457 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 70,844 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 70,844 miles

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

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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FA03 MVK is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FA03 MVK, 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 FA03 MVK registered?

FA03 MVK is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is FA03 MVK safe to buy?

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