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FV03 YBN

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,263 mi
Last recorded108,263 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 YBN
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2015 108,263 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

front brake discs surface rust

slight mist of oil

Pass 28 Jun 2014 95,172 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 86,405 miles

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

Nearside front tyre 3mm

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside front disc inner face lipped

Fail 24 Sep 2012 86,405 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside front tyre 3mm

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside front disc inner face lipped

Fail 14 Jun 2011 78,943 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 78,943 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 77,228 miles

front brake discs worn

Fail 11 Jun 2010 77,228 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 25 Jun 2009 74,207 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 71,606 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 66,275 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 60,258 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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FV03 YBN is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV03 YBN, 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 FV03 YBN registered?

FV03 YBN is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 4 July 2003.

Is FV03 YBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV03 YBN shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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