Peugeot 806 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Peugeot 806 car check
Is the Peugeot 806 reliable? We analysed 102,520 real MOT tests across 10,003 vehicles to find out.
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The Peugeot 806 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, position lamp(s) not working and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot 806.
Peugeot 806 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Peugeot 806. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Peugeot 806 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Peugeot 806 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Peugeot 806 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Peugeot 806 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Peugeot 806 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Peugeot 806 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Peugeot 806 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Peugeot 806 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 70 | 64.3% | 60,756 | 94,556 | 130,899 |
| 2003 | 282 | 63.1% | 54,349 | 89,742 | 126,013 |
| 2002 | 10,644 | 68.3% | 59,774 | 85,569 | 119,265 |
| 2001 | 19,052 | 68.5% | 66,773 | 94,599 | 129,573 |
| 2000 | 16,820 | 66.1% | 79,420 | 109,585 | 144,928 |
| 1999 | 9,692 | 65.1% | 84,087 | 111,415 | 143,997 |
| 1998 | 12,649 | 65.8% | 91,747 | 117,374 | 148,114 |
| 1997 | 14,702 | 65.5% | 99,204 | 125,265 | 155,818 |
| 1996 | 13,813 | 63.6% | 103,662 | 129,811 | 159,206 |
| 1995 | 4,463 | 63.1% | 103,453 | 129,058 | 156,860 |
| 1971 | 97 | 64.9% | 81,730 | 128,588 | 152,662 |
How Long Does a Peugeot 806 Last?
Based on 10,003 Peugeot 806 vehicles on UK roads.
Peugeot 806 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot 806 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 806
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
68.5% MOT pass rate from 19,052 tests
63.1% MOT pass rate from 4,463 tests
The best year to buy a used Peugeot 806 is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 68.5% across 19,052 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Peugeot 806 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peugeot 806 THIS CAR | 66.1% | 102,520 | 112,914 mi | 31 yrs |
| Peugeot 206 | 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 |
| Piaggio ET2 | 78.7% | 31,323 | 8,651 mi | 29 yrs |
Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot 806 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Peugeot 806Should you buy a used Peugeot 806?
The Peugeot 806 has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.1% across 102,520 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Peugeot 806 are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5,933 recorded failures), position lamp(s) not working (3,994), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3,955). 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 806 owner drives around 7,511 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 806 models stay on UK roads for around 31 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.