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HT03 HEJ

2003 Peugeot 406

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,110 mi
Last recorded98,110 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT03 HEJ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2013 98,110 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 98,108 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 28 May 2012 248,148 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 220,107 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 192,393 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 164,401 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 164,338 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2008 131,043 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 131 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 May 2007 100,167 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 70,988 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 70,903 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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HT03 HEJ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Black 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 HT03 HEJ, 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 HT03 HEJ registered?

HT03 HEJ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 18 June 2003.

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