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HG03 AMX

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

185,458 mi
Last recorded185,458 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG03 AMX
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 185,458 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 177,706 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 171,175 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 161,794 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 150,311 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2021 150,144 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 136,071 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 130,591 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 125,897 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 97,948 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 97,948 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 88,329 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 78,396 miles

offside rear link arm has slight play

Pass 10 Mar 2010 69,553 miles

offside rear link arm slight play

Pass 9 Mar 2009 61,673 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 53,828 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 47,291 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 40,720 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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HG03 AMX is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HG03 AMX, 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

How do I check the history of HG03 AMX?

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What year was HG03 AMX registered?

HG03 AMX is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is HG03 AMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG03 AMX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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