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FP03 LBY

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

109,417 mi
Last recorded109,417 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 LBY
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 109,417 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 106,406 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 98,297 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 90,048 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 80,433 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 68,223 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 60,305 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 58,416 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 54,051 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 54,051 miles

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 47,964 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 42,128 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 42,102 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 34,720 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 34,720 miles

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

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

rear brake efficiency just within required limit

slight corrosion on both front brake discs

slight corrosion on both rear brake discs

Pass 28 Mar 2006 26,727 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 26,727 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

both rear brake discs corroding

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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FP03 LBY is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FP03 LBY, 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 FP03 LBY registered?

FP03 LBY is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 14 April 2003.

Is FP03 LBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP03 LBY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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