2003 PEUGEOT 3071.6L Petrol
Vehicle record for LR53 KOU: 2003 PEUGEOT 307 (Silver, Petrol). Mileage: 164,585. MOT: valid. Tax: untaxed.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1587cc
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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Full MOT History
Checking the history for this 2003 Peugeot 307 (LR53 KOU), we found 5 MOT results in the period of May 2024 to March 2026.
The vehicle has achieved an overall 60% pass rate, with 3 passes and 2 failures recorded. This is an average MOT record. Some attention to recurring issues may be beneficial.
The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.
There are 2 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.
A total of 8 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))”; “Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”.
Common Problems: PEUGEOT 307
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Electric Power Steering (EPAS) Failure(Serious)
The EPAS column can fail on the 307, causing heavy or unassisted steering. This is a dangerous fault that typically occurs without much warning.
- BSI Water Ingress and Electrical Faults(Moderate)
The body control module (BSI) located under the scuttle area is vulnerable to water ingress from blocked pollen filter drains, causing erratic electrics including phantom warning lights, wiper faults and starting problems.
- Head Gasket Failure (1.6 16v)(Serious)
The 1.6 16v petrol engine is known for head gasket failures, leading to coolant loss, overheating and potential engine damage. Prevention through timely coolant changes is key.
- Clutch Slave Cylinder Leak(Moderate)
The concentric clutch slave cylinder can develop internal or external leaks, causing a soft or sinking clutch pedal and eventually making gear changes difficult or impossible.
- ABS Module Failure(Moderate)
The ABS control module can fail, triggering the ABS warning light and disabling the anti-lock braking system. The module can sometimes be repaired rather than requiring full replacement.
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