Peugeot 806

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 7 model years from 282 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

73%

Total Tests

282

Model Years

1996 to 2002

Years Covered

About the Peugeot 806

The Peugeot 806 was MOT tested 282 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 7 model years (1996 to 2002), with an average pass rate of 73%. That's 9 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list diesel and petrol versions.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (1996) averages 175,620 miles, while the newest (2002) averages 158,195 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.

Compared to the Peugeot brand average of 83%, the 806 is 10 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Peugeot models.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1997cc)

£1,631

Road Tax

£325

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Higher due to low pass rate

£700

Total per year£2,711

Per month£226/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 2002 details

How reliable is the Peugeot 806?

vs average of all models-9% (82% avg)

vs Peugeot brand average-10% (83% avg)

Peugeot 806 by Year

Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2002	59%	39	158,195 mi
2001	58%	45	146,643 mi
2000	65%	46	144,161 mi
1999	66%	32	133,058 mi
1998	87%	46	152,869 mi
1997	76%	34	125,745 mi
1996	100%	40	175,620 mi

Questions about the Peugeot 806

Is the Peugeot 806 reliable?

Across its 7 model years in our data (1996 to 2002), the Peugeot 806 averages a 73% MOT pass rate, from 282 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 9 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.