2003 Peugeot 206 1.1L Petrol · BJ53 ASU
2003 Peugeot 206 (1.1L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2003. Recorded mileage 87,656 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 206
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/07/2017
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,656 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1124cc
BJ53 ASU Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/07/2016
- 87,656 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (9 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.
BJ53 ASU Mileage History
- 04/06/200712,099 mi
- 19/05/200820,869 mi+8,770 mi
- 04/06/200930,223 mi+9,354 mi
- 27/05/201039,792 mi+9,569 mi
- 07/06/201147,033 mi+7,241 mi
- 31/05/201251,653 mi+4,620 mi
- 03/06/201357,450 mi+5,797 mi
- 11/06/201463,751 mi+6,301 mi
- 11/06/201463,751 mi
- 03/06/201576,395 mi+12,644 mi
- 12/07/201687,656 mi+11,261 mi
- 12/07/201687,656 mi
Average of roughly 8,298 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
BJ53 ASU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Peugeot 206 (BJ53 ASU) between June 2007 and July 2016.
The record contains 10 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 July 2016 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (9 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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.
Common Problems: PEUGEOT 206
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Electric Power Steering (EPAS) Column Failure(Serious)
The EPAS column is a well-known failure point on the 206. It can fail completely or intermittently, causing heavy or unpredictable steering. This is dangerous at low speeds and a common complaint.
- 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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