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PEUGEOT 206 (1999)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 1,806 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£2,157

£180/month

MOT Pass Rate

66%

Below Avg

Road Tax

£265

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 12-25

1587cc Petrol

Proceed With Caution

66% pass rate, £2157/year to run. 16 points below average.

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Petrol1587cc27 years old1,806 tests80k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1587cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Based on 1587cc

£265
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Higher estimate due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£2,157
Per month£180/mo
Per week£41/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

66% MOT pass rate(Below Avg)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 16 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the PEUGEOT brand average of 83%.

At 27 years old, 66% of PEUGEOT 206s from 1999 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 1,806 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 79,560 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 1999 cars327th of 375(top 87%)
Rank among PEUGEOT models698th of 726(top 96%)
vs national average-16%(82% avg)
vs 1999 cars average-9%(75% avg)
vs PEUGEOT average-17%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

79,560

Average miles

vs

199,800

Expected for age

The average 1999 PEUGEOT 206 has 79,560 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 199,800 miles for a 27-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2007 model with a 72% MOT pass rate, while the 1998 model has the lowest at 65%. The 1999 sits between the two at 66%.

PEUGEOT 206 by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201072%4786,464 mi
200972%1,19582,031 mi
200870%2,25781,268 mi
200772%5,05576,848 mi
200671%12,62785,617 mi
200570%17,15887,900 mi
200470%17,86687,958 mi
200367%12,67488,164 mi
200268%9,44886,595 mi
200167%5,74883,137 mi
200065%2,24580,556 mi
199966%1,80679,560 mi
199865%24581,893 mi

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About the 1999 PEUGEOT 206

The 1999 PEUGEOT 206 is a small family car with a 1587cc petrol engine. 1,806 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 87% of 1999 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 79,560 miles at 27 years old, PEUGEOT 206 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

1999 PEUGEOT 206 Fuel Costs

The 1587cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 1999 PEUGEOT 206?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,157 180/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £265 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 66% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

PEUGEOT 206 Reliability Trend

Newer PEUGEOT 206s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 5 percentage points.

Buying a Used 1999 PEUGEOT 206

At 27 years old, the PEUGEOT 206 is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2007 model has the highest pass rate at 72%.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 1999 PEUGEOT 206's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Higher Than Average Failure Rate

Watch out

With a 66% MOT pass rate, this model fails more often than most. Budget for unexpected repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 1999 PEUGEOT 206 stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
PEUGEOT 206(1999)66%£1137£265Grp 12-25£2157
TOYOTA YARIS(2001)71%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722-£435
FORD FOCUS(2001)68%£1137£135Grp 12-25£2027-£130
MAZDA MX-5(1999)73%£1137£135Grp 12-25£1827-£330
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF(1999)71%£1327£135Grp 18-32£2017-£140

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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