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HG03 UTX

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2013
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

239,059 mi
Last recorded239,059 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG03 UTX
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2012 239,059 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 223,305 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 223,305 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 208,704 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 208,635 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 193,101 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 193,063 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 182,917 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 172,995 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 162,340 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 153,193 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 146,286 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 146,246 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component securing device loose (3.5.1i)

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 1 Apr 2009 136,027 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 126,411 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 103,205 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 66,025 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 58,084 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 UTX is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 UTX, 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 HG03 UTX registered?

HG03 UTX is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is HG03 UTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG03 UTX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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