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NK03 PLV

2003 Peugeot 406

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,212 mi
Last recorded97,212 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK03 PLV
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2013 97,212 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

both rear brake discs pitted and scored on inner face

brake pedal has slight spongyness when applying rear brakes

engine management light displsyed on dash

various pipes have slight oil coating

Fail 7 Jun 2013 97,207 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

engine management light diplayed on dash

Pass 2 May 2012 96,310 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 May 2012 96,310 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 86,234 miles

rear discs x 2

Pass 3 Apr 2010 83,958 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 75,471 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 64,754 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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NK03 PLV is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NK03 PLV, 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 NK03 PLV registered?

NK03 PLV is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 2 June 2003.

Is NK03 PLV safe to buy?

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