1999 Peugeot 306 1.4L Petrol · V710 BBD
1999 Peugeot 306 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Nov 1999. Recorded mileage 95,522 miles. MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 306
- Year / Origin
- 1999 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 95,522 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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V710 BBD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/11/2025
- 95,522 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
V710 BBD 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 1999 Peugeot 306 (V710 BBD) between October 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
V710 BBD Mileage History
- 24/10/202386,605 mi
- 06/11/202387,159 mi+554 mi
- 25/10/202491,072 mi+3,913 mi
- 14/11/202595,522 mi+4,450 mi
- 18/11/202595,522 mi
Average of roughly 4,307 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Peugeot Peugeot 306
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Common Problems: PEUGEOT 306
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Rear Torsion Beam Radius Arm Bearing Failure(Serious)
Like other classic Peugeots of this era, the 306 rear suspension relies on a transverse torsion beam with trailing arms riding on internal needle roller bearings. Over UK winters, moisture and road salt breach the outer rubber seals, causing the ungreased needle bearings to disintegrate and machine grooves into the axle tube journals. As the bearings collapse, the rear wheels tilt sharply inward at the top (heavy negative camber). Left unaddressed, the inner tyre sidewall cuts into the metal wheel tub.
- Heater Matrix Coolant Leak into Footwell(Moderate)
The heater matrix core tucked behind the centre dashboard console is prone to corrosion and plastic tank seam failure. As the core leaks, hot engine coolant drips directly onto the front passenger carpet and air ducting. In addition to losing engine coolant, the escaping ethylene glycol causes an oily, greasy film on the windscreen that cannot be cleared by wipers or demister fans. Replacing the matrix requires comprehensive dashboard removal, making labour costs high.
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- Rear Torsion Beam Radius Arm Bearing FailureSerious
Like other classic Peugeots of this era, the 306 rear suspension relies on a transverse torsion beam with trailing arms riding on internal needle roller bearings. Over UK winters, moisture and road salt breach the outer rubber seals, causing the ungreased needle bearings to disintegrate and machine grooves into the axle tube journals. As the bearings collapse, the rear wheels tilt sharply inward at the top (heavy negative camber). Left unaddressed, the inner tyre sidewall cuts into the metal wheel tub.
- Heater Matrix Coolant Leak into FootwellModerate
The heater matrix core tucked behind the centre dashboard console is prone to corrosion and plastic tank seam failure. As the core leaks, hot engine coolant drips directly onto the front passenger carpet and air ducting. In addition to losing engine coolant, the escaping ethylene glycol causes an oily, greasy film on the windscreen that cannot be cleared by wipers or demister fans. Replacing the matrix requires comprehensive dashboard removal, making labour costs high.
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