2001 Peugeot 206 1.9L Diesel · MW51 FRF
2001 Peugeot 206 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 20/12/2001. Recorded mileage 148,796 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 206
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/12/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,796 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 1868cc
MW51 FRF Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/12/2022
- 148,796 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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.
MW51 FRF Mileage History
- 06/12/2022148,789 mi
- 09/12/2022148,796 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 813 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
MW51 FRF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Peugeot 206 (MW51 FRF) between December 2022 and December 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 December 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 37% ACROSS FRONT WHEELS!! (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases WILL REQUIRE ANOTHER EMISSIONS TEST UPON RETEST, AS CURRENT TEST IS NOT ACCURT”; “Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached NSF AND OSF (5.3.4 (a) (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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