2001 Peugeot 206 2.0L Petrol · Y177 BPB
2001 Peugeot 206 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2001. Recorded mileage 101,494 miles. MOT expired on 18 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 206
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 101,494 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y177 BPB Key Findings
- 29 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/06/2024
- 101,494 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 9 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (41 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
Y177 BPB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
29 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Peugeot 206 (Y177 BPB) between February 2006 and June 2024.
The record contains 20 passes and 9 failures.
The most recent test on 20 June 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 9 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (41 issues), Lighting (17 issues), Tyres (13 issues), Suspension (13 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 75 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: “Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
Y177 BPB Mileage History
- 17/02/200624,903 mi
- 23/02/200624,903 mi
- 06/03/200728,399 mi+3,496 mi
- 12/02/200828,467 mi+68 mi
- 13/02/200828,468 mi+1 mi
- 13/02/200828,468 mi
- 26/02/200934,810 mi+6,342 mi
- 02/03/200934,655 mi-155 mi
- 01/03/201037,116 mi+2,461 mi
- 04/03/201140,986 mi+3,870 mi
- 02/03/201243,897 mi+2,911 mi
- 18/02/201345,879 mi+1,982 mi
- 03/03/201450,541 mi+4,662 mi
- 04/03/201450,555 mi+14 mi
- 02/03/201558,237 mi+7,682 mi
- 02/03/201558,237 mi
- 05/03/201664,731 mi+6,494 mi
- 07/03/201664,739 mi+8 mi
- 30/03/201665,025 mi+286 mi
- 29/03/201767,622 mi+2,597 mi
- 29/03/201873,239 mi+5,617 mi
- 23/02/201978,289 mi+5,050 mi
- 25/02/202085,556 mi+7,267 mi
- 25/02/202085,557 mi+1 mi
- 16/02/202187,474 mi+1,917 mi
- 26/02/202187,536 mi+62 mi
- 29/03/202289,053 mi+1,517 mi
- 16/06/202391,091 mi+2,038 mi
- 20/06/2024101,494 mi+10,403 mi
Average of roughly 4,177 miles per year across 29 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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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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- 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 FailureModerate
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 CorrosionModerate
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.
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