Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Auto (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 96 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,780

£148/month

MOT Pass Rate

88%

Good

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 5-15

1200cc Petrol

Solid Option

88% pass rate, £1,780/year to run. 6 points above average.

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Petrol1200cc5 years old96 tests20k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1200cc)

~50 mpg

£1,175

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£1,780

Per month£148/mo

Per week£34/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

88% MOT pass rate(Good)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 6 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Peugeot brand average of 83%.

88% of MOT tests on Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Autos from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 96 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 19,961 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models2845th of 3,336(bottom 15%)

Rank among Peugeot models301st of 709(top half)

vs average of all models+6%(82% avg)

vs 2021 models average-4%(92% avg)

vs Peugeot average+5%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

19,961

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Auto had 19,961 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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About the 2021 Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Auto

The 2021 Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Auto is a city car. Our records list a 1200cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 96 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 15% of 2021 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 19,961 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Auto owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Auto Fuel Costs

The modest 1200cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,175 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Auto?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,780 (£148/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 88% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2021 Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Auto

At 5 years old, the Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Auto offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 96 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2021 Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Auto stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Auto(2021)	88%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780
Ford Fiesta(2019)	91%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630-£150
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£73
Vauxhall Corsa(2019)	88%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£223
Nissan Qashqai(2020)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£73

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2021 Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Auto

Is the 2021 Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Auto reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 88% of MOT tests on 2021 Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Autos ended in a pass, from 96 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 6 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2021 Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Auto cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,780 a year (£148 a month): £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £350 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Auto?

88% of 96 MOT tests on the 2021 Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Auto ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 2845th of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (bottom 15%).

What is the average mileage for a 2021 Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Auto?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Peugeot Rifter GT Puretech S/S Auto is 19,961 miles, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.