CarVerify

Free Car Check

OY03 EGJ

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,407 mi
Last recorded90,407 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Peugeot
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY03 EGJ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2017 90,407 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 80,125 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 764,230 miles

Offside rear light cluster is damaged, but light output is not affected.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 Apr 2015 76,428 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear light cluster is damaged, but light output is not affected.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 73,452 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 71,300 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 71,300 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 68,626 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 68,626 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 65,034 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 65,034 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 61,937 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Apr 2009 58,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 58,627 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 54,698 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 50,810 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 47,300 miles

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 47,300 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
Full Peugeot 406 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

OY03 EGJ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OY03 EGJ, 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

How do I check the history of OY03 EGJ?

You can check the full history of OY03 EGJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OY03 EGJ registered?

OY03 EGJ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 8 April 2003.

Is OY03 EGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY03 EGJ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OY03 EGJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on OY03 EGJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.