Peugeot 106
From 10,719 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer 106s fare better: 2003 models pass at 64.5% vs 61.6% for 1996.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. and lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer. The top issue, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, caused 556 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 556 |
| brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. | 489 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 413 |
| emissions levels exceed default limits | 409 |
| emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits | 385 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 364 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 341 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 311 |
| service brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 292 |
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 270 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 32.9% of 106 failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 12.8% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £163.
Peugeot 106 on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 1,499 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 1,499. At this rate, roughly 11.6 years until none remain. Now at 5% of its peak (346,660 in 2002 Q4).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 3,679 | 13,789 | +0 | -140 | -140 |
| 2025 Q2 | 3,856 | 13,752 | +0 | -157 | -157 |
| 2025 Q1 | 3,965 | 13,800 | +0 | -490 | -490 |
| 2024 Q4 | 4,193 | 14,062 | +0 | -712 | -712 |
| 2024 Q3 | 4,491 | 14,476 | +1 | -418 | -417 |
| 2024 Q2 | 4,727 | 14,657 | +14 | -196 | -182 |
| 2024 Q1 | 4,837 | 14,729 | +29 | -273 | -244 |
| 2023 Q4 | 4,995 | 14,815 | +39 | -201 | -162 |
13 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 106 Independence | Petrol | 1,229 | 42% |
| 106 Xn Zest 2 | Petrol | 616 | 21% |
| 106 Gti | Petrol | 175 | 6% |
| 106 Rallye | Petrol | 126 | 4% |
| 106Xr Quiksilver | Diesel | 123 | 4% |
| 106 Xn | Diesel | 119 | 4% |
| 106 Xn Zest | Petrol | 119 | 4% |
| 106 Zest 2 Diesel | Diesel | 106 | 4% |
| 106 Xt | Petrol | 73 | 2% |
| 106 Xl Auto | Petrol | 71 | 2% |
| 106 Xl Zest 3 | Petrol | 69 | 2% |
| 106 Xl Independence | Diesel | 67 | 2% |
| 106 Xnd | Diesel | 60 | 2% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 64.5% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2002 | 63.5% | brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle., the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
| 2001 | 64.1% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. |
| 2000 | 63.3% | emissions levels exceed default limits, brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. |
8 earlier years
| 1999 | 63.3% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits |
| 1998 | 70% | emissions levels exceed default limits, emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits |
| 1997 | 64.9% | brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle., emissions levels exceed default limits |
| 1996 | 61.6% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 1995 | 73.1% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits |
| 1994 | 75.5% | emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer |
| 1993 | 63.8% | brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle., lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer |
| 1992 | 63.8% | emissions levels exceed default limits, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
Typical mileage
Half of all 106s tested had between 52,553 and 95,000 miles on the clock.
At 70,614 median miles, the 106 has 0.049 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Peugeot models
| Peugeot 208 | 75.2% |
| Peugeot Partner | 69.9% |
| Peugeot 3008 | 76.5% |
| Peugeot 308 | 71.6% |
| Peugeot 207 | 63.1% |
Common questions
What is the Peugeot 106 MOT pass rate?
The Peugeot 106 has a 65.6% MOT pass rate based on 10,719 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Peugeot 106?
The most common MOT failure on the Peugeot 106 is the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, which caused 556 failures. Other common issues include brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle..
How many Peugeot 106s are on UK roads?
There are 3,679 Peugeot 106s currently licensed on UK roads, with 13,789 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Peugeot 106 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Peugeot 106 is 70,614 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 52,553 and 95,000 miles.
Buying a used 106?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 65.6% pass rate and an average repair bill of £163 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 32.9% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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