Peugeot Common MOT Problems (2026)
Peugeot models ranked by MOT fail rate, with typical issues to check for cars of each age and type. Based on 2,559,756 MOT tests (DVSA data for tests carried out in 2024, retests included).
Average Peugeot MOT pass rate: 83%
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83%
Avg pass rate
17%
Avg fail rate
207
Models tested
Peugeot Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates (models with 1,000+ tests, cars registered up to 2021)
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Typical Issues (estimate) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Peugeot 807 | 32% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 2 | Peugeot 307 | 31% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 3 | Peugeot 206 | 30% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 4 | Peugeot 207 | 29% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 5 | Peugeot 407 | 29% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear |
Most Reliable Peugeot Models
Lowest average fail rates (models with 1,000+ tests, cars registered up to 2021). Newer models tend to pass more often simply because they are younger.
All Peugeot Models by Fail Rate
Every Peugeot model and year with 300+ MOT tests (cars registered up to 2021), sorted by fail rate (highest first). Fuel type is shown as a guide.
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 807 | 2007 | 64% | 35% | |
| 307 | 2002 | 67% | 33% | |
| 206 | 2000 | 65% | 33% | |
| 308 | 2007 | 66% | 33% | |
| 3008 | 2009 | 66% | 33% | |
| 106 | 1996 | 67% | 33% | |
| 206 | 2003 | 67% | 32% | |
| 307 | 2005 | 67% | 32% | |
| 307 | 2004 | 67% | 32% | |
| 206 | 2001 | 67% | 32% | |
| 307 | 2003 | 67% | 32% | |
| 206 | 1999 | 66% | 32% | |
| Partner | 2002 | 67% | 32% | |
| 307 | 2001 | 68% | 32% | |
| 406 | 2004 | 68% | 32% | |
| 207 | 2008 | 68% | 31% | |
| 308 | 2008 | 68% | 31% | |
| 307 | 2007 | 68% | 31% | |
| 307 | 2006 | 68% | 31% | |
| 207 | 2006 | 68% | 31% | |
| 206 | 2002 | 68% | 31% | |
| 307 | 2008 | 69% | 31% | |
| Partner | 2005 | 68% | 31% | |
| Partner | 2004 | 68% | 31% | |
| 407 | 2005 | 69% | 31% | |
| 306 | 1999 | 68% | 31% | |
| Partner | 2003 | 69% | 31% | |
| 406 | 2003 | 68% | 31% | |
| 406 | 2002 | 69% | 31% | |
| 106 | 2000 | 68% | 31% | |
| Partner | 2001 | 68% | 31% | |
| 4007 | 2007 | 68% | 31% | |
| 207 | 2009 | 69% | 30% | |
| 207 | 2007 | 69% | 30% | |
| Partner | 2008 | 70% | 30% | |
| 5008 | 2010 | 69% | 30% | |
| 107 | 2005 | 69% | 30% | |
| 206 | 2008 | 70% | 30% | |
| 306 | 2000 | 69% | 30% | |
| 106 | 2002 | 69% | 30% | |
| 106 | 2001 | 69% | 30% | |
| 4007 | 2008 | 69% | 30% | |
| 307 | 2009 | 68% | 30% | |
| 106 | 1999 | 69% | 30% | |
| 306 | 1995 | 68% | 30% | |
| E7 | 2013 | 70% | 30% | |
| Premier | 2015 | 70% | 30% | |
| 207 | 2010 | 70% | 29% | |
| 308 | 2009 | 70% | 29% | |
| 206 | 2004 | 70% | 29% |
Showing top 50 of 323 model/year combinations. View all Peugeot models
Peugeot MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Peugeot cars?
The most common MOT problems on Peugeot cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake wear and tyre condition, which are the most common reasons for failure across all makes in DVSA's published MOT statistics. Older Peugeot diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. Of the Peugeot models with at least 1,000 tests, the Peugeot 807 has the highest average fail rate at 32%.
Which Peugeot model is the most reliable?
In our data, the Peugeot 2008 GT Puretech S/S Auto has the best MOT record of the Peugeot models with at least 1,000 tests: 95% of its 3,011 MOT tests ended in a pass and 4% in a fail. Newer models tend to pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare models of a similar age.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Peugeot?
The average MOT pass rate for Peugeot is 83%, based on 2,559,756 MOT tests across 207 models (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That means roughly 17% of MOT tests on Peugeot cars ended in a fail.
Peugeot Model Problem Guides
Typical issues to check, rough repair costs and year-by-year MOT pass rates for each Peugeot model
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