PEUGEOT 806 (2001)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 45 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
58%
Total Tests (2024)
45
Avg Mileage
146,643 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2001 PEUGEOT 806 reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 24 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the PEUGEOT brand average of 83%.
At 23 years old, 58% of PEUGEOT 806s from 2001 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 45 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 146,643 miles.
How does the 2001 PEUGEOT 806 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2001 PEUGEOT 806 has 146,643 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 170,200 miles for a 23-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2001 PEUGEOT 806 cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
PEUGEOT 806 by Year
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About the 2001 PEUGEOT 806
The 2001 PEUGEOT 806 is a family car with a 1997cc petrol engine. 45 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 98% of 2001 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 146,643 miles at 23 years old, PEUGEOT 806 owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2001 PEUGEOT 806 Fuel Costs
The 1997cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2001 PEUGEOT 806?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 58% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2001 PEUGEOT 806
At 23 years old, the PEUGEOT 806 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. Note: with only 45 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2001 PEUGEOT 806
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MINI MINI (2003) 72% pass rate (+14%) from 25,713 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2003) 68% pass rate (+10%) from 22,313 tests
- HONDA CIVIC (2002) 72% pass rate (+14%) from 12,455 tests
- VAUXHALL ASTRA (2002) 69% pass rate (+11%) from 10,704 tests