2003 Peugeot 206 1.4L Petrol · GY03 OCM
2003 Peugeot 206 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2003. Recorded mileage 72,340 miles. MOT expired on 28 Jul 2024.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 206
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Jul 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,340 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GY03 OCM Key Findings
- 27 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/07/2023
- 72,340 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 9 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (19 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GY03 OCM 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 2003 Peugeot 206 (GY03 OCM) between March 2006 and July 2023.
The record contains 18 passes and 9 failures.
The most recent test on 29 July 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 9 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (19 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
GY03 OCM Mileage History
- 13/03/200626,251 mi
- 13/03/200626,251 mi
- 17/03/200735,940 mi+9,689 mi
- 17/03/200735,940 mi
- 01/03/200843,410 mi+7,470 mi
- 01/03/200843,410 mi
- 16/04/200951,492 mi+8,082 mi
- 16/04/200951,492 mi
- 14/04/201053,346 mi+1,854 mi
- 31/05/201155,233 mi+1,887 mi
- 01/05/201257,115 mi+1,882 mi
- 01/05/201257,131 mi+16 mi
- 16/04/201358,816 mi+1,685 mi
- 21/05/201460,532 mi+1,716 mi
- 20/04/201561,735 mi+1,203 mi
- 19/04/201663,392 mi+1,657 mi
- 20/03/201764,684 mi+1,292 mi
- 20/03/201764,684 mi
- 13/04/201865,475 mi+791 mi
- 28/03/201966,157 mi+682 mi
- 29/03/201966,161 mi+4 mi
- 29/07/202066,398 mi+237 mi
- 30/07/202066,398 mi
- 21/07/202166,455 mi+57 mi
- 05/07/202266,788 mi+333 mi
- 29/07/202372,340 mi+5,552 mi
- 29/07/202372,340 mi
Average of roughly 2,652 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: 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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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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