2001 Peugeot 206 1.1L Petrol · HG51 MFP
2001 Peugeot 206 (1.1L, petrol). First registered 11 Oct 2001. Recorded mileage 146,385 miles. MOT expired on 23 Oct 2023.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 206
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Oct 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 146,385 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
HG51 MFP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 23/10/2023
- 146,385 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 18 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
HG51 MFP Mileage History
- 07/10/2021127,929 mi
- 18/10/2021128,113 mi+184 mi
- 25/10/2022138,398 mi+10,285 mi
- 25/10/2022138,399 mi+1 mi
- 23/10/2023146,385 mi+7,986 mi
Average of roughly 9,032 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
HG51 MFP 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 (HG51 MFP) between October 2021 and October 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 23 October 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (13 issues), Lighting (11 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Windscreen (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 33 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 Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”.
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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- 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.
- Rear Beam Axle CorrosionModerate
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.
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