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KG03 RVU

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

156,947 mi
Last recorded156,947 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG03 RVU
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2015 156,947 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2014 141,421 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 122,095 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators have a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Oil leak

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 21 Sep 2013 122,095 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators have a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Oil leak

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 120,238 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 108,111 miles

Rear Rear seats folded not allowing full inspection of seat belts

Pass 4 May 2010 98,697 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 May 2010 98,697 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 87,291 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 87,291 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 May 2008 79,108 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2007 68,921 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 51,964 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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KG03 RVU is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KG03 RVU, 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 KG03 RVU registered?

KG03 RVU is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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The MOT history for KG03 RVU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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