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FE03 GYH

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

158,527 mi
Last recorded158,527 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 GYH
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2014 158,527 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 140,487 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 123,399 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 123,399 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 109,208 miles

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

Front brake discs are showing signs of corrosion and wear.

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 109,208 miles

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

Front brake discs are showing signs of corrosion and wear.

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2010 101,526 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 92,720 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 92,720 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 82,534 miles

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

note N/S/R brake disc corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2007 72,559 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 59,689 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 59,558 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres scrubbing slightly on outer edge

both front wipers just clearing screen sufficiently

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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FE03 GYH is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FE03 GYH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FE03 GYH registered?

FE03 GYH is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is FE03 GYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE03 GYH shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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