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BJ53 RFF

2003 Peugeot 206

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

56,425 mi
Last recorded56,425 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 20662,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 RFF
MakePeugeot
Model206
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2022 56,425 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 50,010 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 55,010 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 53,005 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2020 53,002 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 May 2019 50,972 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 May 2019 50,972 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 49,350 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 49,350 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 48,037 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 48,037 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 45,603 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 42,775 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing thin on outer edge

o/s/f tyre wearing thin on inner edge

Pass 24 Feb 2014 39,657 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front exhaust clamp missing

Pass 27 Feb 2013 36,221 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 26 Feb 2013 36,219 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 33,232 miles

ns wing repeater going white

rear brake compensating valve stiff in operation

Pass 17 Mar 2011 28,646 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 27,273 miles

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

corrosion & wear brake discs

Pass 23 Sep 2008 23,415 miles

nearside front tyre nearing minimum legal limits(on 3mm approx )

Pass 6 Sep 2007 19,537 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 14,327 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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BJ53 RFF is a 2003 Peugeot 206 in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol 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 BJ53 RFF, 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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What year was BJ53 RFF registered?

BJ53 RFF is a 2003 Peugeot 206, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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