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OV03 OXF

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

57,535 mi
Last recorded57,535 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV03 OXF
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2012 57,535 miles

exhaust join middle and rear badly corroded plus clamp corroded and slight blackening indicating slight blow

some corrosion front discs inner face

Pass 8 Nov 2011 51,724 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 46,492 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2010 46,470 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 40,030 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 34,393 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 27,835 miles

play nearside front drop link

Fail 15 Dec 2007 11,700 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Dec 2006 19,241 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2006 19,208 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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OV03 OXF is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 OV03 OXF, 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 OV03 OXF registered?

OV03 OXF is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is OV03 OXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV03 OXF shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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