Peugeot 206 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Peugeot 206 car check
Is the Peugeot 206 reliable? We analysed 9,831,622 real MOT tests across 644,158 vehicles to find out.
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The Peugeot 206 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, registration plate lamp not working and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot 206.
Peugeot 206 Specifications & Performance
Verified from DVLA & DVSA recordsEngine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and tax data for the Peugeot 206. Sourced from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.
Engine & Performance
- Engine size
- 1360cc
- Power
- 75 BHP
- 0–62 mph
- 12.2 sec
- Fuel type
- Petrol
Body & Dimensions
- Body type
- Car
- Common colour
- Silver
- Wheel plan
- 2 Axle Rigid Body
Fuel Economy
- Combined
- 44.8 mpg
- Urban
- 33.6 mpg
- Extra-urban
- 56.5 mpg
- Fuel cost / 12k mi
- £2028
Tax & Emissions
- CO2 output
- 149 g/km Band F
- Emission class
- Not Available
- Road tax (12 mo.)
- £160
- Road tax (6 mo.)
- £88
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Peugeot 206 record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.
Peugeot 206 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Peugeot 206. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Peugeot 206 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Peugeot 206 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Peugeot 206 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Peugeot 206 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Peugeot 206 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Peugeot 206 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Peugeot 206 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Peugeot 206 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 54 | 66.7% | 53,598 | 65,954 | 73,438 |
| 2011 | 183 | 76.0% | 35,129 | 56,539 | 80,285 |
| 2010 | 770 | 71.6% | 41,238 | 63,477 | 88,150 |
| 2009 | 20,013 | 73.8% | 34,934 | 54,621 | 78,382 |
| 2008 | 50,428 | 73.9% | 31,966 | 52,458 | 76,983 |
| 2007 | 143,814 | 73.4% | 32,462 | 52,124 | 74,792 |
| 2006 | 541,436 | 71.5% | 37,860 | 58,795 | 82,658 |
| 2005 | 1,077,291 | 70.5% | 38,848 | 59,821 | 83,710 |
| 2004 | 1,427,040 | 70.0% | 39,421 | 60,701 | 84,993 |
| 2003 | 1,622,310 | 68.8% | 40,590 | 62,409 | 87,111 |
| 2002 | 1,689,970 | 67.0% | 44,424 | 65,592 | 89,501 |
| 2001 | 1,420,531 | 66.3% | 47,522 | 67,765 | 90,487 |
| 2000 | 1,056,099 | 64.0% | 51,909 | 71,624 | 93,604 |
| 1999 | 669,501 | 62.2% | 56,340 | 75,662 | 96,632 |
| 1998 | 109,350 | 61.0% | 58,646 | 77,978 | 99,106 |
| 1997 | 138 | 65.2% | 64,628 | 86,118 | 108,224 |
| 1996 | 54 | 57.4% | 102,183 | 128,140 | 150,400 |
How Long Does a Peugeot 206 Last?
Based on 644,158 Peugeot 206 vehicles on UK roads.
Peugeot 206 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot 206 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Peugeot 206
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.0% MOT pass rate from 183 tests
57.4% MOT pass rate from 54 tests
The best year to buy a used Peugeot 206 is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.0% across 183 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 57.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Peugeot 206 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peugeot 206 THIS CAR | 67.7% | 9,831,622 | 65,066 mi | 28 yrs |
| Peugeot 307 | 67.5% | 5,095,133 | 73,548 mi | 25 yrs |
| Peugeot 207 | 70.9% | 4,554,199 | 59,259 mi | 20 yrs |
| Peugeot 306 | 65.4% | 3,183,877 | 96,765 mi | 33 yrs |
| Nissan Micra | 71.4% | 10,566,512 | 55,214 mi | 37 yrs |
Compared to the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate) and the Peugeot 207 (70.9% pass rate), the Peugeot 206 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Peugeot 206Should you buy a used Peugeot 206?
The Peugeot 206 has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.7% across 9,831,622 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Peugeot 206 are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (446,851 recorded failures), registration plate lamp not working (342,991), and position lamp(s) not working (334,912). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Peugeot 206 owner drives around 5,510 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Peugeot 206 models stay on UK roads for around 28 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.