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SY03 VRE

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

74,516 mi
Last recorded74,516 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 VRE
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2017 74,516 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 72,086 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 69,210 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 67,381 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 66,154 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 66,137 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 64,292 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 55,082 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 43,871 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 41,200 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 38,254 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 35,363 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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SY03 VRE is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 SY03 VRE, 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 SY03 VRE?

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What year was SY03 VRE registered?

SY03 VRE is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is SY03 VRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY03 VRE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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