CarVerify

Free Car Check

KM03 WHS

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2016
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

132,941 mi
Last recorded132,941 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Peugeot
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM03 WHS
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2015 132,941 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 132,922 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported front to middle joint loose (7.1.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 86,698 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 84,289 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

fuel tank holder corroded

sevice light on

top engine cover loose

Pass 20 Jul 2012 74,412 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2012 74,412 miles

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 27 Jul 2011 68,291 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

both rear tyres inner edge worn

Pass 27 Jul 2011 68,291 miles

both rear tyres inner edge worn

Pass 9 Jun 2010 58,847 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 58,822 miles

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 53,381 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 53,377 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 43,730 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 36,775 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 36,029 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2007 34,171 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 May 2006 29,496 miles

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

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
Full Peugeot 406 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KM03 WHS is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WHS, 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 KM03 WHS?

You can check the full history of KM03 WHS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KM03 WHS registered?

KM03 WHS is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is KM03 WHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM03 WHS shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KM03 WHS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KM03 WHS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.