PEUGEOT 806 (2002)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 39 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
59%
Total Tests (2024)
39
Avg Mileage
158,195 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2002 PEUGEOT 806 reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 23 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the PEUGEOT brand average of 83%.
At 22 years old, 59% of PEUGEOT 806s from 2002 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 39 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 158,195 miles.
How does the 2002 PEUGEOT 806 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2002 PEUGEOT 806 has 158,195 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 162,800 miles for a 22-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2002 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 2002 PEUGEOT 806
The 2002 PEUGEOT 806 is a family car with a 1997cc petrol engine. 39 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 97% of 2002 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 158,195 miles at 22 years old, PEUGEOT 806 owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2002 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 2002 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 59% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2002 PEUGEOT 806
At 22 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 39 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2002 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 (2004) 71% pass rate (+12%) from 36,444 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2004) 69% pass rate (+10%) from 29,927 tests
- RENAULT CLIO (2004) 68% pass rate (+9%) from 15,179 tests
- MERCEDES C (2004) 72% pass rate (+13%) from 13,493 tests