2001 Peugeot 206 2.0L Petrol · YY51 BVR
2001 Peugeot 206 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 13/12/2001. Recorded mileage 59,507 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 206
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/01/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 59,507 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 1997cc
YY51 BVR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 23/01/2025
- 59,507 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
YY51 BVR Mileage History
- 13/01/202356,758 mi
- 19/01/202356,759 mi+1 mi
- 24/01/202458,684 mi+1,925 mi
- 24/01/202458,696 mi+12 mi
- 23/01/202559,507 mi+811 mi
Average of roughly 1,355 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YY51 BVR 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 2001 Peugeot 206 (YY51 BVR) between January 2023 and January 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 23 January 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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