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BG53 AYX

2003 Peugeot 206

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

8,339 mi
Last recorded8,339 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 20662,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 AYX
MakePeugeot
Model206
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2021 8,339 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 78,339 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/65 14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine management light illuminated

Pass 20 Jul 2020 75,248 miles

General corrosion to rear axle

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Jul 2020 75,248 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 175 65 14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175 65 14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

General corrosion to rear axle

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 71,365 miles

Fuel tank support strap corroded

Hand brake level has a large amount of travel but meets brake test requirements

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured Side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Inner rack arm has slight play

Nearside Front Tyre worn outer edge

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured Side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 66,538 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

fuel tank straps corroded

Fail 31 Jul 2018 66,538 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

fuel tank straps corroded

Pass 26 Jul 2017 62,332 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 62,332 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 44,786 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 34,337 miles

engine covers / underbody covers fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2014 32,904 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o,s,r tyre cracked on outer shoulder

Pass 9 Jul 2013 31,562 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear wiper blade torn.

Pass 11 Jul 2012 29,722 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 28,248 miles

engine oil leak.

rear silencer corroded.

Pass 28 Jun 2010 26,537 miles

oil leak from engine.

rear exhaust joint corroded.

Pass 8 Jul 2009 25,179 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 23,308 miles

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

o/s/front tyre 3mm

rear wiper blade torn

Fail 18 Apr 2007 21,063 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

TYRE TREAD DEPTHS = O/S/R & N/S/R = 7.0MM , O/S/F = 5.0MM , N/S/F = 4.0MM , SPARE = 4.0MM

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Apr 2007 21,063 miles

TYRE TREAD DEPTHS = O/S/R & N/S/R = 7.0MM , O/S/F = 5.0MM , N/S/F = 4.0MM , SPARE = 4.0MM

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 27 Apr 2006 19,715 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 19,715 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

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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BG53 AYX is a 2003 Peugeot 206 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BG53 AYX, 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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BG53 AYX is a 2003 Peugeot 206, first registered on 17 October 2003.

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