2000 Peugeot 806 — MOT failures & pass rate
255 MOT tests on the 2000 Peugeot 806 are in this dataset, and 65.5% of them passed. That is 4.9 percentage points worse than MPVs of a similar age, which fail at 29.6%. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
Suspension dominates the failure mix at 22.0% of all tests — 8.2 points clear of lighting & signalling, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, joints and tread depth — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 56 times.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 43.9% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 22.0% | 56 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 13.7% | 35 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.8% | 25 |
| 4 | Brakes | 9.0% | 23 |
| 5 | Tyres | 7.1% | 18 |
| 6 | Steering | 5.9% | 15 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 56 |
| 2 | Joints | 17 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 14 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 14 |
| 5 | Steering rack | 12 |
| 6 | Position lamp | 12 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 43.9% | 112 |
| 2 | Tyres | 35.7% | 91 |
| 3 | Other defects | 33.3% | 85 |
| 4 | Brakes | 31.4% | 80 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 18.8% | 48 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 16.9% | 43 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 90-120k | 34 | 32.4% |
| 150k+ | 88 | 33.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 86 | 36.0% |
| 2022 | 65 | 33.9% |
| 2023 | 45 | 35.6% |
| 2024 | 34 | 35.3% |
What to check before buying a 2000 806
On a 2000 806, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 22.0% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (22.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (13.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (9.8% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2000 Peugeot 806s pass their MOT?
65.5% of the 255 2000 Peugeot 806 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 34.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 Peugeot 806?
Suspension, recorded in 22.0% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (13.7%).
Does the 2000 806 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 32.4% in the 90-120k band to 33.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 255 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.