2001 Peugeot 206 1.6L Petrol · Y738 EAC
2001 Peugeot 206 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 19/04/2001. Recorded mileage 79,404 miles. MOT valid until 29/10/2026.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 1587cc
Y738 EAC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/10/2025
- 79,404 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Y738 EAC Mileage History
- 27/10/202377,269 mi
- 28/10/202478,486 mi+1,217 mi
- 28/10/202478,486 mi
- 24/10/202579,404 mi+918 mi
- 24/10/202579,404 mi
Average of roughly 1,071 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Y738 EAC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Peugeot 206 (Y738 EAC) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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