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BD53 VPE

2003 Peugeot 206

Green Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

124,999 mi
Last recorded124,999 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 20662,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 VPE
MakePeugeot
Model206
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 124,999 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 120,980 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 116,688 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 116,687 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 114,378 miles

Fuel tank swtrap heavery corroided

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 105,228 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 19 Nov 2011 105,228 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 93,174 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside seat needs attension slips unless pushed all the way

Fail 6 Nov 2010 93,174 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside seat needs attension slips unless pushed all the way

Pass 14 Nov 2009 81,429 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 69,185 miles

Nearside Front Gas suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Fail 22 Nov 2008 69,185 miles

Nearside Front Gas suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 51,215 miles

Nearside Front Gas suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 37,373 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 VPE is a 2003 Peugeot 206 in Green with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VPE, 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 VPE is a 2003 Peugeot 206, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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