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OU03 XOJ

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

180,219 mi
Last recorded180,219 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 XOJ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2020 180,219 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 180,209 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases last joint (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases first joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 177,228 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 177,226 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 174,410 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 172,659 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 172,630 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 165,854 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 165,854 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 158,874 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 151,700 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 136,065 miles

center exhaust hanger broken

os number plate light dim

Fail 26 Feb 2013 136,065 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

center exhaust hanger broken

os number plate light dim

Pass 2 Mar 2012 121,391 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 106,319 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 90,396 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 90,396 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 73,047 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 59,998 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 41,955 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 26,220 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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OU03 XOJ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OU03 XOJ, 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 OU03 XOJ registered?

OU03 XOJ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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