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KU03 ZPW

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

133,399 mi
Last recorded133,399 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 ZPW
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2012 133,399 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 127,966 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 119,442 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 111,314 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 101,593 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 90,433 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 76,228 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 53,795 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 53,795 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

OFFSIDE REAR INNER SIDE LIGHT INOP.

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

WEEP FROM POWER STEERING RESERVOIR.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

oil leak

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 ZPW is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KU03 ZPW, 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

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What year was KU03 ZPW registered?

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

Is KU03 ZPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU03 ZPW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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