Peugeot 106
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 12 years from 12,209 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
70%
Total Tests
12,209
Best Year
1994 (80%)
Years Covered
12
About the Peugeot 106
The Peugeot 106 has been tested 12,209 times in 2026 MOT data across 12 model years (1992 to 2003), with an average pass rate of 70%. That's 12 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as petrol and diesel.
Best and Worst Years
The 1994 model is the most reliable with a 80% pass rate from 538 tests. The 1993 model has the lowest at 64%. With a 16 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Reliability Trend
The PEUGEOT 106 has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1992) averages 82,913 miles, while the newest (2003) averages 74,884 miles.
Compared to the Peugeot brand average of 83%, the 106 is 13 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Peugeot models.
Estimated Running Costs
Higher due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Peugeot 106 by Year
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