2003 Peugeot 406 2.0L Diesel · KV03 BEU
2003 Peugeot 406 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 17 Apr 2003. Recorded mileage 194,890 miles. MOT expired on 21 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 406
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 194,890 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KV03 BEU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/05/2025
- 194,890 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KV03 BEU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Peugeot 406 (KV03 BEU) between May 2023 and May 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
KV03 BEU Mileage History
- 16/05/2023184,514 mi
- 29/04/2024189,542 mi+5,028 mi
- 08/05/2024189,640 mi+98 mi
- 13/05/2025194,885 mi+5,245 mi
- 16/05/2025194,890 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 5,185 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Peugeot Peugeot 406
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: PEUGEOT 406
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- HDi Dual Mass Flywheel and Clutch Wear(Serious)
The 2.0 HDi 110 and 2.2 HDi models utilize a dual mass flywheel (DMF) to dampen diesel crankshaft torsional vibrations. Over higher mileages, the internal springs and friction damper mechanisms within the flywheel fatigue and break down. This results in heavy driveline shudder, metallic chattering at idle, clutch slip in higher gears under torque, and in severe cases, catastrophic flywheel separation that punches through the gearbox bellhousing.
- Rear Multi-Link Suspension Passive Steer Bush Wear(Moderate)
The 406 features an advanced multi-link rear suspension design with trailing arms, transverse links, and passive rear-steering tie rods. After years on potholed UK roads, the rubber bonded bushes on the rear transverse track control arms and passive steer links perish and develop significant play. This causes vague rear-end handling, wandering or twitchiness on motorways, severe scrubbing of the rear tyres, and recurring MOT failures.
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- HDi Dual Mass Flywheel and Clutch WearSerious
The 2.0 HDi 110 and 2.2 HDi models utilize a dual mass flywheel (DMF) to dampen diesel crankshaft torsional vibrations. Over higher mileages, the internal springs and friction damper mechanisms within the flywheel fatigue and break down. This results in heavy driveline shudder, metallic chattering at idle, clutch slip in higher gears under torque, and in severe cases, catastrophic flywheel separation that punches through the gearbox bellhousing.
- Rear Multi-Link Suspension Passive Steer Bush WearModerate
The 406 features an advanced multi-link rear suspension design with trailing arms, transverse links, and passive rear-steering tie rods. After years on potholed UK roads, the rubber bonded bushes on the rear transverse track control arms and passive steer links perish and develop significant play. This causes vague rear-end handling, wandering or twitchiness on motorways, severe scrubbing of the rear tyres, and recurring MOT failures.
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