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MC03 YHV

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

292,598 mi
Last recorded292,598 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC03 YHV
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2012 292,598 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 254,710 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 221,796 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 187,583 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 146,622 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 106,048 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 105,480 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 105,480 miles

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 79,888 miles

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

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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MC03 YHV is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red 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 MC03 YHV, 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 MC03 YHV registered?

MC03 YHV is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 18 August 2003.

Is MC03 YHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC03 YHV 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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