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LD03 UZU

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

294,365 mi
Last recorded294,365 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD03 UZU
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 294,365 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both inner sills slightly rusted

Pass 18 Nov 2024 285,861 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 277,547 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 267,159 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 253,714 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 240,396 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 229,399 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 229,399 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Boot lid corroded and likely to cause injury bonnet leading edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 214,871 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 203,607 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 191,312 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 177,613 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 162,156 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 158,058 miles

Oil leak

both front tyres are worn on inner edges.

cetre upper brake light has been disconected.

o/s/r parking brake low reading just met requirment.

rear centre seatbelt has been removed.

Pass 8 Aug 2012 146,617 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

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

Fail 8 Aug 2012 146,617 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 20 Aug 2011 131,850 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 123,311 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2009 119,674 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 119,674 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 113,084 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 113,084 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 85,934 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 58,835 miles

dashboard vents insecure

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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LD03 UZU is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LD03 UZU, 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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What year was LD03 UZU registered?

LD03 UZU is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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