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WV03 YKU

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

249,858 mi
Last recorded249,858 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV03 YKU
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2018 249,858 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

horn needs attention, slightly temperamental operation

rear brake application slightly uneven, offside has lower effort

Pass 9 Mar 2017 246,156 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 246,156 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 226,209 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 207,431 miles

Headlight images weak

Pass 26 Feb 2014 190,646 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 190,646 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 177,183 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 163,687 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 154,363 miles

Both front brake discs worn

Pass 30 Nov 2009 138,387 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 117,366 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 86,095 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 6 Feb 2008 86,095 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 57,762 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2007 57,762 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Jan 2006 36,104 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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WV03 YKU is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 WV03 YKU, 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 WV03 YKU registered?

WV03 YKU is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 27 March 2003.

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The MOT history for WV03 YKU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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