2003 Peugeot 206 2.0L Petrol · SO53 OPJ
2003 Peugeot 206 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 22/12/2003. Recorded mileage 94,900 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 206
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/01/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 94,900 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1997cc
SO53 OPJ Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/01/2022
- 94,900 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (26 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
SO53 OPJ Mileage History
- 16/12/200616,342 mi
- 03/01/200820,702 mi+4,360 mi
- 21/01/200931,295 mi+10,593 mi
- 27/02/200931,345 mi+50 mi
- 27/02/200931,345 mi
- 01/03/201038,393 mi+7,048 mi
- 01/03/201038,393 mi
- 03/03/201143,997 mi+5,604 mi
- 24/01/201250,978 mi+6,981 mi
- 08/01/201361,806 mi+10,828 mi
- 05/02/201476,857 mi+15,051 mi
- 20/01/201583,480 mi+6,623 mi
- 02/02/2016133,374 mi+49,894 mi
- 05/02/201688,106 mi-45,268 mi
- 08/12/201691,540 mi+3,434 mi
- 30/11/201792,292 mi+752 mi
- 05/12/201893,688 mi+1,396 mi
- 02/12/201994,169 mi+481 mi
- 07/12/202094,729 mi+560 mi
- 15/11/202194,898 mi+169 mi
- 05/01/202294,900 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 5,218 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
SO53 OPJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Peugeot 206 (SO53 OPJ) between December 2006 and January 2022.
The record contains 16 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 05 January 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (26 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 31 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: “Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”; “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”.
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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