2001 Peugeot 206 1.6L Petrol · WN51 HWS
2001 Peugeot 206 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 13/12/2001. Recorded mileage 61,514 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 206
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Bristol
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/12/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 61,514 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 1587cc
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WN51 HWS Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/12/2022
- 61,514 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: 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.
WN51 HWS Mileage History
- 03/12/202148,621 mi
- 08/12/202261,470 mi+12,849 mi
- 22/12/202261,514 mi+44 mi
Average of roughly 12,255 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
WN51 HWS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Peugeot 206 (WN51 HWS) between December 2021 and December 2022.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 December 2022 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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