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GU03 BHZ

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

121,870 mi
Last recorded121,870 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU03 BHZ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2015 121,870 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 29 Mar 2011 83,708 miles

Oil leak

Fail 28 Mar 2011 83,708 miles

Offside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Mar 2010 80,475 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 80,475 miles

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 68,541 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 54,300 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2008 54,300 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 39,660 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 17,885 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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GU03 BHZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 2,179cc 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 GU03 BHZ, 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 GU03 BHZ registered?

GU03 BHZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is GU03 BHZ safe to buy?

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