2002 Peugeot 206 1.6L Petrol · PE52 VPA
2002 Peugeot 206 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 11/10/2002. Recorded mileage 87,699 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 206
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/10/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,699 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1587cc
PE52 VPA Key Findings
- 30 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/09/2024
- 87,699 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 11 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (21 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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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.
PE52 VPA Mileage History
- 29/09/200624,500 mi
- 28/09/200731,485 mi+6,985 mi
- 30/09/200836,231 mi+4,746 mi
- 29/09/200939,767 mi+3,536 mi
- 29/09/200939,767 mi
- 28/09/201043,690 mi+3,923 mi
- 28/09/201043,692 mi+2 mi
- 27/09/201147,436 mi+3,744 mi
- 27/09/201147,436 mi
- 26/09/201250,469 mi+3,033 mi
- 01/10/201353,715 mi+3,246 mi
- 01/10/201353,715 mi
- 30/09/201456,829 mi+3,114 mi
- 30/09/201456,829 mi
- 28/09/201559,952 mi+3,123 mi
- 28/09/201559,952 mi
- 30/09/201664,521 mi+4,569 mi
- 03/10/201664,521 mi
- 29/09/201769,280 mi+4,759 mi
- 29/09/201769,280 mi
- 04/10/201873,082 mi+3,802 mi
- 23/09/201976,758 mi+3,676 mi
- 23/09/201976,758 mi
- 06/10/202079,338 mi+2,580 mi
- 06/10/202079,338 mi
- 29/09/202181,260 mi+1,922 mi
- 29/09/202181,260 mi
- 28/09/202283,619 mi+2,359 mi
- 04/10/202385,575 mi+1,956 mi
- 25/09/202487,699 mi+2,124 mi
Average of roughly 3,513 miles per year across 30 recorded odometer readings.
PE52 VPA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
30 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Peugeot 206 (PE52 VPA) between September 2006 and September 2024.
The record contains 19 passes and 11 failures.
The most recent test on 25 September 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 11 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (21 issues), Brakes (18 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 36 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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Fuel tank so insecure there is a risk of fire tank strap (6.1.3 (a) (ii))”.
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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