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PG03 LPV

2003 Peugeot 406

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

182,552 mi
Last recorded182,552 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG03 LPV
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 182,552 miles

rear wheel bearings have play present

Fail 23 Aug 2017 182,552 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

rear wheel bearings have play present

Pass 18 Aug 2016 160,247 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 18 Aug 2016 160,247 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 39,978 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 39,978 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 122,007 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 122,007 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 108,447 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 108,447 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 95,517 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 95,517 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 80,073 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 70,201 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 58,515 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 58,515 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2008 51,548 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 46,351 miles

both rear tyres feathered on inner edge

front and rear brakes weathered

front wipers slightly smeary

Pass 24 Apr 2006 38,010 miles

exausht system corrided

horn working at time of test

nearside rear brakes binding slightly

offside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

undertray fitted

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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PG03 LPV is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 PG03 LPV, 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 PG03 LPV registered?

PG03 LPV is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is PG03 LPV safe to buy?

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