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SV03 TXE

2003 Peugeot 406

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

102,611 mi
Last recorded102,611 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV03 TXE
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2014 102,611 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Fail 6 Dec 2013 97,971 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 97,971 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 94,397 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Nov 2012 94,397 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 90,058 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 90,058 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2010 85,506 miles

ABS LIGHT FLICKERS ON ROAD TEST BUT WORKS CORRECTLY ON RAMP

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 85,506 miles

ABS LIGHT FLICKERS ON ROAD TEST BUT WORKS CORRECTLY ON RAMP

Fail 7 Dec 2009 82,288 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 82,288 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 78,015 miles

brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 78,015 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 73,464 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 68,298 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SV03 TXE is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SV03 TXE, 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 SV03 TXE registered?

SV03 TXE is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is SV03 TXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV03 TXE shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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