Peugeot 806
From 272 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
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, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn and a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. 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 20 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 | 20 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 13 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 10 |
| vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 9 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 8 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 8 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 7 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 7 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 7 |
| body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point | 5 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 48.9% of 806 failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 13.8% 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 £174.
Peugeot 806 on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 59 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 59. At this rate, roughly 9.2 years until none remain. Now at 5.8% of its peak (9,621 in 2003 Q4).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 74 | 480 | +0 | -6 | -6 |
| 2025 Q2 | 75 | 485 | +0 | -13 | -13 |
| 2025 Q1 | 87 | 486 | +0 | -17 | -17 |
| 2024 Q4 | 93 | 497 | +0 | -23 | -23 |
| 2024 Q3 | 100 | 513 | +0 | -20 | -20 |
| 2024 Q2 | 115 | 518 | +0 | -11 | -11 |
| 2024 Q1 | 122 | 522 | +0 | -11 | -11 |
| 2023 Q4 | 134 | 521 | +0 | -16 | -16 |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
Typical mileage
Half of all 806s tested had between 112,169 and 176,055 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 144,227 median miles, the 806 has 0.021 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 806 MOT pass rate?
The Peugeot 806 has a 69.1% MOT pass rate based on 272 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Peugeot 806?
The most common MOT failure on the Peugeot 806 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 20 failures. Other common issues include a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn.
How many Peugeot 806s are on UK roads?
There are 74 Peugeot 806s currently licensed on UK roads, with 480 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Peugeot 806 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Peugeot 806 is 144,227 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 112,169 and 176,055 miles.
Buying a used 806?
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 69.1% pass rate and an average repair bill of £174 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 48.9% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.