2002 Peugeot 206 1.4L Petrol · GD51 DXU
2002 Peugeot 206 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 11 Jan 2002. Recorded mileage 48,608 miles. MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 206
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,608 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GD51 DXU Key Findings
- 27 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/12/2025
- 48,608 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GD51 DXU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
27 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Peugeot 206 (GD51 DXU) between December 2005 and December 2025.
The record contains 21 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 11 December 2025 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: Lighting (12 issues), Tyres (12 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 39 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: “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress”; “Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)”; “Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)”.
GD51 DXU Mileage History
- 15/12/200513,658 mi
- 13/12/200616,275 mi+2,617 mi
- 07/12/200720,568 mi+4,293 mi
- 17/12/200824,906 mi+4,338 mi
- 15/12/200927,891 mi+2,985 mi
- 15/12/200927,891 mi
- 15/12/201032,500 mi+4,609 mi
- 06/12/201136,475 mi+3,975 mi
- 12/12/201239,783 mi+3,308 mi
- 11/12/201341,095 mi+1,312 mi
- 16/12/201341,109 mi+14 mi
- 12/12/201442,234 mi+1,125 mi
- 13/12/201442,234 mi
- 11/12/201542,838 mi+604 mi
- 11/12/201542,838 mi
- 13/12/201643,518 mi+680 mi
- 12/12/201743,816 mi+298 mi
- 05/12/201844,501 mi+685 mi
- 12/12/201945,000 mi+499 mi
- 01/12/202045,350 mi+350 mi
- 01/12/202045,350 mi
- 13/12/202145,725 mi+375 mi
- 13/12/202246,185 mi+460 mi
- 13/12/202246,185 mi
- 14/12/202346,913 mi+728 mi
- 11/12/202447,605 mi+692 mi
- 11/12/202548,608 mi+1,003 mi
Average of roughly 1,748 miles per year across 27 recorded odometer readings.
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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: Good
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.
- 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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- Electric Power Steering (EPAS) Column FailureSerious
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 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.
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