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BT53 AMV

2003 Peugeot 206

Red Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

145,558 mi
Last recorded145,558 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 20662,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 AMV
MakePeugeot
Model206
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2023 145,558 miles

Central Rear fuel tank strap rusty

Front radiator cooling fan noisy when cut in

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 137,275 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner sides of discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 128,278 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2020 120,886 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2020 120,884 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2019 114,722 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2018 107,373 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre on 3mm only & starting to wear out of shape

Offside Rear metal brake pipe slightly corroded but appears sound

Offside Rear tyre on 3mm only & wearing on inner edge

front brake pads appear low

Fail 12 Nov 2018 107,373 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre on 3mm only & starting to wear out of shape

Offside Rear metal brake pipe slightly corroded but appears sound

Offside Rear tyre on 3mm only & wearing on inner edge

front brake pads appear low

Pass 9 Nov 2017 93,441 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 72,053 miles

under body covers fitted

Fail 18 Nov 2016 72,053 miles

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

under body covers fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2015 52,027 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 48,407 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 44,208 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 39,789 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 35,991 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 32,162 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 28,889 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 24,730 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 21,102 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 17,046 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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BT53 AMV is a 2003 Peugeot 206 in Red with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BT53 AMV, 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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BT53 AMV is a 2003 Peugeot 206, first registered on 18 November 2003.

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