2006 Peugeot 206 1.4L Petrol · SB06 CFO

This 2006 Peugeot 206 has a concerning trend of worsening structural and mechanical health. While it passed its last MOT in December 2023, the history shows a sharp decline in condition compared to previous years, moving from a clean report in early 2023 to multiple failures and several advisory warnings. The primary risk is systemic corrosion. The most recent test flagged corrosion on the body sills, the rear axle, and the front suspension strut towers. These are critical structural areas; if the corrosion progresses, the vehicle may become unroadworthy or require expensive welding. Mechanically, the car has shown instability in its braking system, specifically a leaking hydraulic cylinder and imbalanced rear brakes, alongside a noisy front wheel bearing. The 2021 failure for a split CV boot also suggests typical wear on the drivetrain. The mileage is very low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging under 6,000 miles per year. In this context, low mileage often suggests the car has spent long periods standing, which frequently accelerates the type of corrosion seen on the sills and axle. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the underside.