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BW03 SZX

2003 Peugeot 206

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

122,953 mi
Last recorded122,953 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 20662,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 SZX
MakePeugeot
Model206
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 122,953 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 120,040 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 112,849 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 107,897 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 107,897 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 102,575 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 96,527 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 90,373 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 85,166 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 79,720 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 79,720 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 74,883 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 70,277 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 64,697 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 59,215 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 51,657 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 40,954 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 31,238 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 31,238 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 27,713 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 24,458 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 21,441 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 17,396 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 14,607 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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BW03 SZX is a 2003 Peugeot 206 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 BW03 SZX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BW03 SZX registered?

BW03 SZX is a 2003 Peugeot 206, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is BW03 SZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 SZX shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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