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BN51 SZE

2001 Peugeot 206

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2018
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

103,778 mi
Last recorded103,778 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Peugeot 20667,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 SZE
MakePeugeot
Model206
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2017 103,778 miles

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Fail 24 Jan 2017 103,778 miles

Central Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jun 2015 93,819 miles

both rear tyers slight cracking on inside edges.

Fail 20 Jun 2015 93,819 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyers slight cracking on inside edges.

Pass 27 Jun 2014 88,451 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Slight blow from rear exhaust joint

Fail 27 Jun 2014 88,450 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Slight blow from rear exhaust joint

Pass 14 Jun 2013 81,791 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 81,790 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2012 75,214 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 64,446 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 64,446 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jun 2010 57,211 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 57,211 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 52,615 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 52,615 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 48,302 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

exhaust system has a minor leak of exhaust gases at each joint also the rear section is deteriorated but not to excess

offside front wiper fouling the edge trim of the windscreen

Fail 18 Jun 2008 48,302 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

exhaust system has a minor leak of exhaust gases at each joint also the rear section is deteriorated but not to excess

offside front wiper fouling the edge trim of the windscreen

Pass 19 Jun 2007 43,799 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 43,790 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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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BN51 SZE is a 2001 Peugeot 206 in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

Across all 2001 Peugeot 206 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 67,765 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 BN51 SZE, 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 25 years old, this Peugeot 206 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BN51 SZE registered?

BN51 SZE is a 2001 Peugeot 206, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is BN51 SZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 SZE shows 19 tests with a 52.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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