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YG03 XZY

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

204,206 mi
Last recorded204,206 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG03 XZY
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2014 204,206 miles

Diesel particulate filter malfunction lamp illuminated

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2013 192,774 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 27 Jul 2012 182,833 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 167,632 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 157,361 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 16 Aug 2010 157,346 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 147,369 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 147,365 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 134,088 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 118,354 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 118,354 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 103,264 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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YG03 XZY is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YG03 XZY, 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 YG03 XZY registered?

YG03 XZY is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 20 March 2003.

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