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SY03 XMX

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

88,001 mi
Last recorded88,001 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 XMX
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2015 88,001 miles

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

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 24 Mar 2014 75,199 miles

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

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 70,559 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 66,631 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 62,704 miles

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

rear discs slightly corroded

under bonnet noise suspect alternator or power steering pump

Fail 2 Mar 2011 62,701 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

rear discs slightly corroded

under bonnet noise suspect alternator or power steering pump

Pass 12 Mar 2010 58,182 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 53,046 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2009 52,055 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 51,993 miles

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 28 Jan 2008 45,626 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 45,626 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 38,361 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 30,427 miles

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

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 XMX is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 XMX, 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 SY03 XMX registered?

SY03 XMX is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is SY03 XMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY03 XMX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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