Peugeot 806
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 7 years from 282 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
73%
Total Tests
282
Best Year
1996 (100%)
Years Covered
7
How reliable is the Peugeot 806?
Peugeot 806 by Year
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About the Peugeot 806
The Peugeot 806 has been tested 282 times in 2024 MOT data across 7 model years (1996 to 2002), with an average pass rate of 73%. That's 9 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as diesel and petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 1996 model is the most reliable with a 100% pass rate from 40 tests. The 2001 model has the lowest at 58%. With a 42 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
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.
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