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GP03 XMV

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2015
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

248,171 mi
Last recorded248,171 miles
Recorded on9 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP03 XMV
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2014 248,171 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Pass 1 May 2013 216,732 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 1 May 2013 216,732 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2012 196,983 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 182,011 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 166,609 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 153,763 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 153,753 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 138,917 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 128,108 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 114,016 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 99,190 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 85,786 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 85,786 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2006 74,407 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 74,143 miles

NEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE JUST WITHIN LIMIT

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION DROP LINKS

SURFACE CORROSION ON EDGES OF REAR BRAKE DISC

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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GP03 XMV is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GP03 XMV, 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 GP03 XMV registered?

GP03 XMV is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 10 July 2003.

Is GP03 XMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP03 XMV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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