2003 Peugeot 206 2.0L Petrol · FD53 OVA
2003 Peugeot 206 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/11/2003. Recorded mileage 43,016 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 206
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14/09/2013
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 43,016 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1997cc
FD53 OVA Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/09/2012
- 43,016 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes 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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FD53 OVA Mileage History
- 14/11/200611,907 mi
- 22/11/200715,228 mi+3,321 mi
- 20/11/200818,824 mi+3,596 mi
- 16/11/200922,386 mi+3,562 mi
- 16/11/2009114,755 mi+92,369 mi
- 16/11/200922,386 mi-92,369 mi
- 26/01/201133,722 mi+11,336 mi
- 27/01/201133,722 mi
- 24/01/201239,197 mi+5,475 mi
- 24/01/201239,200 mi+3 mi
- 14/09/201243,015 mi+3,815 mi
- 15/09/201243,016 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 5,330 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
FD53 OVA MOT History
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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