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YS03 UVA

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

136,430 mi
Last recorded136,430 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS03 UVA
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2015 136,430 miles

front discs worn but ok on roller test

rear discs worn low but ok on brake roller test

Fail 18 Jun 2015 136,430 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

front discs worn but ok on roller test

hand brake high but ok ok on brake roller test

rear discs worn low but ok on brake roller test

Pass 20 Jun 2014 133,794 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 133,794 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

horn requires attention

Pass 14 Jun 2013 129,372 miles

both rear shockers damp but ok with good rebound

n/side front tyre worn on outter edge

windscreen has scratch but dose not obscure road view

Pass 29 Jun 2012 124,537 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 119,495 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 114,473 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 108,801 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 104,206 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 88,922 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 62,058 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 62,058 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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YS03 UVA is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YS03 UVA, 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 YS03 UVA registered?

YS03 UVA is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 20 June 2003.

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The MOT history for YS03 UVA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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