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KM03 VZZ

2003 Peugeot 406

Black Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

89,287 mi
Last recorded89,287 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM03 VZZ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2014 89,287 miles

Rear No. plate delaminating

both front outer c/v gaiters weak

w/wipers poor.

Pass 10 Jul 2013 85,407 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r light unit damaged

Pass 6 Jul 2012 81,927 miles

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

front brake discs in poor corroded condition

Pass 18 Jul 2011 77,886 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 71,941 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 64,513 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 58,069 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 58,065 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 May 2007 50,293 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 50,293 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 5 May 2006 42,404 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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KM03 VZZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Black with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KM03 VZZ, 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 KM03 VZZ registered?

KM03 VZZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is KM03 VZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM03 VZZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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