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BU03 SFN

2003 Peugeot 206

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2023
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

99,015 mi
Last recorded99,015 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 20662,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 SFN
MakePeugeot
Model206
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2022 99,015 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2022 99,005 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Jan 2021 88,761 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 78,508 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 74,765 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2018 74,730 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2017 72,099 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 69,683 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 69,683 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 68,255 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 68,252 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 68,248 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 68,247 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Both rear Tyre Sidewalls Cracking

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2012
Pass 6 Jun 2011 62,352 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 562,352 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

brake disc's all round

Fail 16 Mar 2010 61,083 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 61,083 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2009 54,113 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 54,113 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 44,585 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 44,585 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 35,257 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2006 25,186 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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BU03 SFN is a 2003 Peugeot 206 in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 BU03 SFN, 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 BU03 SFN registered?

BU03 SFN is a 2003 Peugeot 206, first registered on 19 March 2003.

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