Peugeot 206 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Peugeot 206. Check any 206 by registration number below.

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77.2%

Avg Pass Rate

-7.3%

vs Peugeot Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Peugeot 206 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Peugeot 206 has an average MOT pass rate of 77.2%, which is 7.3 percentage points below the Peugeot brand average of 84.5%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 206 on the road.

The most common reasons a Peugeot 206 fails its MOT are lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits. If you are preparing your 206 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Peugeot 206, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Peugeot 206 performs at MOT across different model years.

2013

Based on 72 vehicles

95.8%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 10yr

136k mi

2012

Based on 258 vehicles

94.2%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 3yr

57k mi

2011

Based on 751 vehicles

95.2%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 3yr

44k mi

Mileage at 5yr

68k mi

2010

Based on 1,342 vehicles

93.7%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

30.6%

Mileage at 3yr

42k mi

Mileage at 5yr

52k mi

2009

Based on 1,603 vehicles

63.6%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

6.1%

Retest Rate

31.5%

2008

Based on 3,187 vehicles

61.7%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

6.7%

Retest Rate

33.3%

2007

Based on 7,251 vehicles

65.1%Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

6.6%

Retest Rate

29.8%

2006

Based on 17,841 vehicles

62.1%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.8%

Retest Rate

30.9%

2005

Based on 24,375 vehicles

62.2%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

31.5%

2004

Based on 25,169 vehicles

61.7%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.1%

Retest Rate

32.4%

2003

Based on 17,985 vehicles

58.9%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.9%

Retest Rate

Based on 619 vehicles

87.7%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

0

Based on 77,695 vehicles

70.3%Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 5yr

85k mi

Top MOT Failures — Peugeot 206

The most common reasons a Peugeot 206 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer

5.3%

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

5.1%

Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits

4.3%

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

3.9%

Exhaust system leaking or insecure

3.6%

Peugeot 206 Common Faults & Repair Costs

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

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MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

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See detailed fault analysis for Peugeot 206

Peugeot 206 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Peugeot 206 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Peugeot 206?

The average MOT pass rate for the Peugeot 206 is 77.2% compared to the Peugeot average of 84.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Peugeot 206?

The most common MOT failures on the Peugeot 206 are: Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer (5.3%), Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (5.1%), Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits (4.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Peugeot 206 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 77.2%, the Peugeot 206 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Peugeot 206?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Peugeot 206?

Typical mileage for the Peugeot 206: 135,695 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 206 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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