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SH03 JJX

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2019
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

225,606 mi
Last recorded225,606 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 JJX
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2018 225,606 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 225,606 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 218,090 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 217,716 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 210,994 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 207,310 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 203,403 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 199,436 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 22 Jul 2014 199,436 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 195,106 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 190,912 miles

rear exhaust mount in poor condition

Fail 17 Jan 2013 186,285 miles

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)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2013 186,285 miles

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)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 180,370 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 175,623 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 167,547 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front discs worn

Fail 7 Jun 2011 167,547 miles

front discs worn

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 2 Nov 2010 157,006 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 157,006 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010

Offside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Mar 2010

Offside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 131,499 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 115,062 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 93,455 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 62,319 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 50,142 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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SH03 JJX is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SH03 JJX, 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 SH03 JJX registered?

SH03 JJX is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is SH03 JJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH03 JJX shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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