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BN53 DWZ

2003 Peugeot 206

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

61,564 mi
Last recorded61,564 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 20662,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 DWZ
MakePeugeot
Model206
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2024 61,564 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 55,470 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2023 55,470 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust system insecure RUBBER SPLIT (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 52,912 miles

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured Both fronts (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 51,344 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust rubber (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 50,522 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2020 50,522 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2019 49,455 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 48,017 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2018 48,017 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 46,174 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 44,492 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 44,492 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 42,468 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2014 40,088 miles

front brake discs are worn

Pass 26 Sep 2013 37,865 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 35,073 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 31,883 miles

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

front brake discs are worn

Pass 30 Sep 2010 29,402 miles

offside front tyre is worn on edges

Pass 17 Sep 2009 26,862 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 23,543 miles

offside front tyre is wearing on inner edge

Fail 18 Sep 2007 89,471 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 20,091 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 15,092 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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BN53 DWZ is a 2003 Peugeot 206 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 BN53 DWZ, 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 BN53 DWZ registered?

BN53 DWZ is a 2003 Peugeot 206, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is BN53 DWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 DWZ shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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