Peugeot 405
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 7 years from 778 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
74%
Total Tests
778
Best Year
1997 (93%)
Years Covered
7
About the Peugeot 405
The Peugeot 405 has been tested 778 times in 2026 MOT data across 7 model years (1991 to 1997), with an average pass rate of 74%. That's 8 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as petrol and diesel.
Best and Worst Years
The 1997 model is the most reliable with a 93% pass rate from 30 tests. The 1991 model has the lowest at 63%. With a 30 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Reliability Trend
Newer PEUGEOT 405s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 5 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1991) averages 123,512 miles, while the newest (1997) averages 147,594 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Peugeot brand average of 83%, the 405 is 9 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Peugeot models.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Peugeot 405 by Year
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