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EF55 XGU

2006 Peugeot 206

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

68,798 mi
Last recorded68,798 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2016
Typical for 2006 Peugeot 20658,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF55 XGU
MakePeugeot
Model206
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2016 68,798 miles

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

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

rear exhaust bracket slightly corroded but still supports the exhaust

Fail 3 Mar 2016 68,786 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

rear exhaust bracket slightly corroded but still supports the exhaust

Pass 17 Mar 2015 48,683 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 37,088 miles

exhaust silencer corroded

Fail 18 Mar 2014 37,088 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 5 Mar 2013 33,670 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 5 Mar 2013 33,670 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Feb 2012 29,942 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 26,087 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 23,464 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2010 23,464 miles

Offside Rear 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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EF55 XGU is a 2006 Peugeot 206 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2006 Peugeot 206 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 58,795 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 EF55 XGU, 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 20 years old, this Peugeot 206 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EF55 XGU?

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What year was EF55 XGU registered?

EF55 XGU is a 2006 Peugeot 206, first registered on 24 January 2006.

Is EF55 XGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF55 XGU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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