CarVerify

Free Car Check

R61 VUT

1998 Peugeot 806

Blue Diesel 1905cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

337,136 mi
Last recorded337,136 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2018
Typical for 1998 Peugeot 806117,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Peugeot
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR61 VUT
MakePeugeot
Model806
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2018 337,136 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017
Pass 27 Feb 2015 329,884 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 322,061 miles

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 21 Feb 2014 322,061 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 319,323 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 316,509 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 302,051 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot 806?

Based on 102,520 MOT tests across 10,003 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
7,511
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
10,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,933
position lamp(s) not working 3,994
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,955
Stop lamp not working 3,793
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,744
Full Peugeot 806 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R61 VUT is a 1998 Peugeot 806 in Blue with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Peugeot 806 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 117,374 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 806 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,933 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R61 VUT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 806 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Peugeot 806 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R61 VUT?

You can check the full history of R61 VUT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R61 VUT registered?

R61 VUT is a 1998 Peugeot 806, first registered on 14 May 1998.

Is R61 VUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R61 VUT shows 8 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.

Does R61 VUT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R61 VUT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.