Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2002 Peugeot 206 Glx?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2002 Peugeot 206 Glx?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2002 Peugeot 206 Glx?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2002 Peugeot 206 Glx?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Peugeot 206 Glx (2002)

116 real MOT outcomes analysed • 11.2% first-time pass rate

2002 Peugeot 206 Glx

CarHunch analysed 116 real MOT records for the 2002 Peugeot 206 Glx. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.

The 2002 Peugeot 206 GLX is in serious trouble on the MOT circuit: only 11.2% pass first time compared to the UK average of 80%, meaning nearly 9 in 10 of these vehicles fail their test. The good news is that dangerous defects aren't prevalent, but the sheer failure rate signals chronic reliability issues that prospective buyers should treat as a red flag.

At nearly 93,000 miles on average, these cars are showing their age, though the low failure count per vehicle (0.18) suggests that when problems do occur, they tend to be minor rather than catastrophic. Before considering one, have a pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic focus on suspension, exhaust systems, and electrical components—the typical weak points on this generation—because the MOT data indicates you're highly likely to face repairs within months of purchase.

Below average reliability 68.8% below UK average

11.2%

pass MOT first time

UK average: ~80%

ever had a dangerous defect

recorded at any MOT

0.18

avg MOT failures per car

over 1.4 tests on record

What to check before buying a 2002 Peugeot 206 Glx

Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.

📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.

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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (84%)	97	0%	0
Other (16%)	19	68.2%	1.11

MOT History Averages

1.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.18

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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Other model years — Peugeot 206 Glx:

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