2001 Peugeot 206 1.4L Petrol · PE51 COU
2001 Peugeot 206 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 05/09/2001. Recorded mileage 14,171 miles. MOT valid until 03/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 206
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 14,171 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 1360cc
PE51 COU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/11/2025
- 14,171 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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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.
PE51 COU Mileage History
- 09/07/20224,874 mi
- 12/09/20236,140 mi+1,266 mi
- 04/12/20247,041 mi+901 mi
- 15/11/202514,171 mi+7,130 mi
- 15/11/202514,171 mi
Average of roughly 2,772 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
PE51 COU 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 (PE51 COU) between July 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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