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KU03 HZZ

2003 Peugeot 406

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

238,279 mi
Last recorded238,279 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 HZZ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 238,279 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel on limit (3.1.6b)

n/s/r tyre on limit

o/s/f lower arm balljoint has slight play

rear brake discs worn

Pass 18 Sep 2014 231,334 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

O/S tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 2 Sep 2013 219,735 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 30 Aug 2013 219,728 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt cut sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 209,724 miles

nsr light casing slightly damaged

Fail 10 Oct 2012 209,724 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nsr light casing slightly damaged

Pass 19 Oct 2011 197,732 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 188,202 miles

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

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

Rear brake discs corroded recommend attention.

Fail 1 Sep 2010 188,175 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 179,821 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 166,592 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 155,650 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 145,258 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 110,350 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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KU03 HZZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KU03 HZZ, 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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KU03 HZZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 23 May 2003.

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