Peugeot 407
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 8 years from 17,918 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
71%
Total Tests
17,918
Best Year
2008 (73%)
Years Covered
8
About the Peugeot 407
The Peugeot 407 has been tested 17,918 times in 2026 MOT data across 8 model years (2004 to 2011), with an average pass rate of 71%. That's 11 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 2008 model is the most reliable with a 73% pass rate from 2,327 tests. The 2005 model has the lowest at 69%. With just a 4 point spread, the 407 is consistently reliable regardless of year.
Reliability Trend
The PEUGEOT 407 has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2004) averages 115,398 miles, while the newest (2011) averages 113,900 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Peugeot brand average of 83%, the 407 is 12 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Peugeot models.
Estimated Running Costs
Higher due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Peugeot 407 by Year
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