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KV03 ELC

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

180,515 mi
Last recorded180,515 miles
Recorded on17 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV03 ELC
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2012 180,515 miles

oil around steering rack

Pass 16 May 2011 153,928 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 130,822 miles
Fail 3 May 2010 130,822 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 May 2009 115,934 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 115,934 miles

Centre Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 May 2008 102,161 miles

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

back box strap corroded

engine cover loose

front pads low

oil leak from engine

Pass 5 May 2007 82,993 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 61,413 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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KV03 ELC is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KV03 ELC, 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 KV03 ELC registered?

KV03 ELC is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 25 April 2003.

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The MOT history for KV03 ELC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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