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BD53 BXX

2003 Peugeot 206

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

165,058 mi
Last recorded165,058 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 20662,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 BXX
MakePeugeot
Model206
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Fail 29 Jan 2019 165,058 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 127,379 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

brake load sensor valve corroded but working

rear position lights slightly affected by rear direction indicators

washer cap missing

Pass 10 Mar 2017 116,367 miles

brake load sensor valve corroded but operational

fuel tank support strap corroding but still satisfactory

Fail 3 Mar 2017 116,366 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

brake load sensor valve corroded but operational

fuel tank support strap corroding but still satisfactory

Pass 8 Mar 2016 110,254 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 110,254 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 104,084 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 96,922 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 87,282 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

rear sidelights affected by indicators

some freeplay in rear suspension arms

Fail 1 Feb 2013 87,282 miles

Offside Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

rear sidelights affected by indicators

some freeplay in rear suspension arms

Pass 3 Feb 2012 77,299 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2011 67,604 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 67,604 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 57,753 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Feb 2010 57,753 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 454,232 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 32,774 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 32,774 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 10,067 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 9,523 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot 206?

Based on 9,831,622 MOT tests across 644,158 vehicles.

67.7%
Pass Rate
5,510
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
644,158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 446,851
Registration plate lamp not working 342,991
position lamp(s) not working 334,912
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 262,537
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 219,688
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BD53 BXX is a 2003 Peugeot 206 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2003 Peugeot 206 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 62,409 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Peugeot 206 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 446,851 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD53 BXX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 206 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Peugeot 206 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BD53 BXX is a 2003 Peugeot 206, first registered on 24 November 2003.

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