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KU03 YWA

2003 Peugeot 406

Black Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

148,999 mi
Last recorded148,999 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 YWA
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 148,999 miles

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

discs corroded

eml on

nsf tyre wearing on edge

under-trays fitted

Fail 27 Jul 2017 148,999 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

discs corroded

eml on

nsf tyre wearing on edge

under-trays fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2016 141,175 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 141,175 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 132,928 miles

rear subframe slight corrosion

front brake discs corroded

rear brake discs worn

Fail 19 Jun 2015 132,928 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front brake discs corroded

rear brake discs worn

rear subframe slight corrosion

Pass 14 Jun 2014 123,442 miles

rear brake discs scored

rear exhaust box hanger bracket rusting

slight damage to passangers side sill

Pass 17 Jun 2013 115,058 miles

Exhaust backbox corroded and frail.

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 90,873 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear exhaust bracket corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jun 2012 90,873 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear exhaust bracket corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2011 84,059 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 84,058 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 77,000 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 67,970 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 67,970 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2008 57,254 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 29 May 2008 57,254 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2007 45,640 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 35,939 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 35,850 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (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
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KU03 YWA is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Black with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KU03 YWA, 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 YWA is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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