2001 Peugeot 206 1.4L Petrol · GKZ 6517
2001 Peugeot 206 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2001. Recorded mileage 42,562 miles. MOT expired on 01 Feb 2022.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 206
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Feb 2022
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (11 Jan 2022)
- Recorded Mileage
- 42,562 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GKZ 6517 Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/01/2021
- 42,562 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GKZ 6517 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Peugeot 206 (GKZ 6517) between January 2007 and January 2021.
The record contains 15 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 09 January 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)”; “Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)”; “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)”.
GKZ 6517 Mileage History
- 05/01/200725,610 mi
- 07/01/200826,059 mi+449 mi
- 09/01/200927,147 mi+1,088 mi
- 20/01/201028,390 mi+1,243 mi
- 10/01/201119,200 mi-9,190 mi
- 10/01/201119,200 mi
- 11/01/201229,286 mi+10,086 mi
- 11/01/201229,286 mi
- 17/12/201229,944 mi+658 mi
- 20/12/201229,944 mi
- 20/01/201430,247 mi+303 mi
- 21/01/201430,247 mi
- 02/02/201530,452 mi+205 mi
- 11/01/201630,751 mi+299 mi
- 21/01/201731,150 mi+399 mi
- 21/01/201731,150 mi
- 06/01/201831,220 mi+70 mi
- 06/01/201831,220 mi
- 03/01/201935,745 mi+4,525 mi
- 07/01/202039,672 mi+3,927 mi
- 09/01/202142,562 mi+2,890 mi
Average of roughly 1,210 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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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