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MK03 RLZ

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2012
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

194,670 mi
Last recorded194,670 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2011
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK03 RLZ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2011 194,670 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brake disc's coroded

Pass 3 Jun 2010 165,305 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 143,522 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 143,522 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 132,246 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 120,384 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 109,242 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 109,217 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

adv front and rear discs worn and coroded slightly ,pads worn slightly

Pass 4 Feb 2006 106,059 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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MK03 RLZ 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 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 MK03 RLZ, 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 MK03 RLZ registered?

MK03 RLZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is MK03 RLZ safe to buy?

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