Peugeot 206: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 43,072 Peugeot 206 cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1998 and 2013.
In a sample of 397 cars, 84.4% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is number plate light not working (properly) / missing (29.2% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 1 recalls for this model; 0% of registered cars still have an open recall.
4% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 29.2% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 21.4% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 18.4% |
| Indicator colour deviates or not permitted | 16.6% |
| Exhaust not gas-tight / exhaust gases discharged unsafely | 16.1% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 15.6% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 15.1% |
| Excessive leak of other fluids | 15.1% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 13.9% |
| Wheel bearing wear/damage audible or noticeable | 12.8% |
Share of 397 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 16.4% |
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 15.4% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 4.5% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.8% |
| Rust damage, thickness reduced by more than 15% | 0.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 43,072 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 4% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 1998 to 2013 |
All Peugeot 206 passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-02-20 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 18 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Peugeot 206 fail the APK?
In a sample of 397 cars first registered 2012–2021, 84.4% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Peugeot 206?
The most common APK defects are: number plate light not working (properly) / missing (29.2%), position light not working (properly) (21.4%), dipped beam incorrectly aimed (18.4%).
Does the Peugeot 206 have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 1 recalls. 0% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Peugeot models
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.