2001 Peugeot 206 1.4L Petrol · BK51 ZZT
2001 Peugeot 206 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2001. Recorded mileage 110,515 miles. MOT expired on 05 May 2022. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 206
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 May 2022
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 110,515 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BK51 ZZT Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/04/2021
- 110,515 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (25 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BK51 ZZT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Peugeot 206 (BK51 ZZT) between December 2005 and April 2021.
The record contains 16 passes and 8 failures.
The most recent test on 30 April 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (25 issues), Brakes (23 issues), Lighting (17 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (8 issues), Tyres (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 57 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)”; “Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e”.
BK51 ZZT Mileage History
- 09/12/200528,459 mi
- 06/12/200635,769 mi+7,310 mi
- 07/12/200742,831 mi+7,062 mi
- 06/12/200849,166 mi+6,335 mi
- 14/11/200954,882 mi+5,716 mi
- 14/11/200954,882 mi
- 08/12/201064,316 mi+9,434 mi
- 13/12/201064,427 mi+111 mi
- 17/01/201274,101 mi+9,674 mi
- 18/01/201274,101 mi
- 10/11/201275,440 mi+1,339 mi
- 13/11/201275,455 mi+15 mi
- 26/10/201385,981 mi+10,526 mi
- 04/11/201386,452 mi+471 mi
- 11/11/201490,785 mi+4,333 mi
- 12/11/201490,818 mi+33 mi
- 04/11/201595,534 mi+4,716 mi
- 15/10/2016100,271 mi+4,737 mi
- 19/10/2016100,341 mi+70 mi
- 23/02/2018104,068 mi+3,727 mi
- 26/03/2019105,555 mi+1,487 mi
- 26/03/2019105,555 mi
- 06/05/2020106,515 mi+960 mi
- 30/04/2021110,515 mi+4,000 mi
Average of roughly 5,332 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Peugeot 206
Our database tracks 5 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 206
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Head Gasket Failure (1.4/1.6 Petrols)(Serious)
The 1.4 and 1.6 petrol engines are known for head gasket failures, especially on cars that have been overheated or poorly maintained. Symptoms include coolant loss, white exhaust smoke and overheating.
- Central Locking Actuator Failure(Moderate)
The door lock actuators fail regularly on the 206, leaving doors unable to lock or unlock remotely. The driver's door is typically the first to go.
- Rear Beam Axle Corrosion(Moderate)
The rear beam axle can corrode severely on UK cars, particularly in salt-laden coastal areas. Heavy rust can lead to structural weakness and MOT failure.
- Lambda Sensor Failure(Moderate)
The oxygen (lambda) sensor fails regularly, causing poor fuel economy, failed emissions tests and engine management warning lights.
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- Head Gasket Failure (1.4/1.6 Petrols)Serious
The 1.4 and 1.6 petrol engines are known for head gasket failures, especially on cars that have been overheated or poorly maintained. Symptoms include coolant loss, white exhaust smoke and overheating.
- Central Locking Actuator FailureModerate
The door lock actuators fail regularly on the 206, leaving doors unable to lock or unlock remotely. The driver's door is typically the first to go.
- Rear Beam Axle CorrosionModerate
The rear beam axle can corrode severely on UK cars, particularly in salt-laden coastal areas. Heavy rust can lead to structural weakness and MOT failure.
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