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PEUGEOT BAILEY (2018)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 656 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

97%

Total Tests (2024)

656

Avg Mileage

15,833 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,482

Is the 2018 PEUGEOT BAILEY reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 15 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the PEUGEOT brand average of 83%.

At 6 years old, 97% of PEUGEOT BAILEYs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 656 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 15,833 miles.

How does the 2018 PEUGEOT BAILEY compare?

Rank among all 2018 cars59th out of 649(top 9%)
Rank among all PEUGEOT models31th out of 726(top 4%)
vs national average+15% (82% avg)
vs 2018 cars average+8% (89% avg)
vs PEUGEOT average+14% (83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2018 PEUGEOT BAILEY has 15,833 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

How much does a 2018 PEUGEOT BAILEY cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1997cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,482
Per month£124/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

PEUGEOT BAILEY by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202194%8911,778 mi
202096%2088,456 mi
201994%40612,470 mi
201897%65615,833 mi
201795%80818,063 mi
201693%12920,366 mi
201585%5225,486 mi
201492%3827,621 mi

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About the 2018 PEUGEOT BAILEY

The 2018 PEUGEOT BAILEY is a family car with a 1997cc diesel engine. 656 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 9% of all 2018 cars for reliability.

With an average of 15,833 miles at 6 years old, PEUGEOT BAILEY owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

2018 PEUGEOT BAILEY Fuel Costs

The 1997cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2018 PEUGEOT BAILEY?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,482 (£124/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 97% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

PEUGEOT BAILEY Reliability Trend

Newer PEUGEOT BAILEYs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 4 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2018 PEUGEOT BAILEY

At 6 years old, the PEUGEOT BAILEY offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

Alternatives to the 2018 PEUGEOT BAILEY

The PEUGEOT BAILEY is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel family cars from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: