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RA03 GRK

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,815 mi
Last recorded147,815 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA03 GRK
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2016 147,815 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 147,815 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 141,931 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc corroded

Pass 10 Oct 2014 136,924 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 130,878 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 125,297 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 125,297 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 120,606 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 120,606 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2010 109,407 miles

engine oil leak

offside front tyre nearing legal limit

Fail 22 Feb 2010 109,407 miles

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

engine oil leak

offside front tyre nearing legal limit

Pass 6 Jan 2009 102,567 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 95,725 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 92,886 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 92,150 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 87,809 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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RA03 GRK is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 RA03 GRK, 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 RA03 GRK registered?

RA03 GRK is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is RA03 GRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA03 GRK shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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