2001 Peugeot 206 1.4L Petrol · X715 XCV
2001 Peugeot 206 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01/01/2001. Recorded mileage 83,184 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 206
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/05/2019
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (31/12/2017)
- Recorded Mileage
- 83,184 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 1360cc
X715 XCV Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/05/2018
- 83,184 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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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.
X715 XCV Mileage History
- 10/02/200638,637 mi
- 10/02/200638,637 mi
- 16/02/200741,334 mi+2,697 mi
- 18/02/200843,899 mi+2,565 mi
- 18/02/200843,899 mi
- 23/01/200946,907 mi+3,008 mi
- 19/12/200948,955 mi+2,048 mi
- 06/01/201153,476 mi+4,521 mi
- 06/01/201153,476 mi
- 06/01/201261,121 mi+7,645 mi
- 08/12/201262,601 mi+1,480 mi
- 30/12/201368,002 mi+5,401 mi
- 15/12/201473,058 mi+5,056 mi
- 15/12/201576,893 mi+3,835 mi
- 04/01/201780,447 mi+3,554 mi
- 17/05/201883,184 mi+2,737 mi
Average of roughly 3,633 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.
X715 XCV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Peugeot 206 (X715 XCV) between February 2006 and May 2018.
The record contains 13 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 17 May 2018 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)”; “Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”.
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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