2000 Peugeot 306 1.4L Petrol · X840 ACH
2000 Peugeot 306 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 06 Oct 2000. Recorded mileage 79,690 miles. MOT expired on 29 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 306
- Year / Origin
- 2000 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,690 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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X840 ACH Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/10/2025
- 79,690 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
X840 ACH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Peugeot 306 (X840 ACH) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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.
X840 ACH Mileage History
- 20/10/202275,849 mi
- 20/10/202377,297 mi+1,448 mi
- 28/10/202478,595 mi+1,298 mi
- 21/10/202579,690 mi+1,095 mi
Average of roughly 1,279 miles per year across 4 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: Average
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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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