Peugeot reliability and common MOT problems by model
Peugeot shows a 21.4% combined MOT failure rate across 1,864,127 tests in MOTIntel data. Rifter has one of the lower high-confidence rates at 10.6%. 307 deserves extra checking at 30.6%.
Statistics are built from DVSA MOT tests carried out in calendar year 2023, plus official recall records and MOT fault wording data. Report index generated 2026-05-09.
Peugeot combined failure rate: 21.4% — all-model average is 18.7%. Ranked #37 of 48 makes by failure rate (1 = lowest). Raw rates reflect each make's fleet age mix — newer fleets naturally fail less.
Rifter (10.6%), 108 (11.5%), Expert Professional L1 Bluehdi (13.3%), 2008 (16.7%), 208 (17.5%)
307 (30.6%), 206 (28.8%), 106 (28.8%), 207 (28.7%), 407 (28.5%)
Most reliable Peugeot models in MOT data
| # | Model | MOT failure rate | Tests | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Peugeot Rifter | 10.6% | 7,173 tests | 6,040 vehicles |
| 2 | Peugeot 108 | 11.5% | 82,669 tests | 69,953 vehicles |
| 3 | Peugeot Expert Professional L1 Bluehdi | 13.3% | 5,543 tests | 4,556 vehicles |
| 4 | Peugeot 2008 | 16.7% | 117,119 tests | 92,544 vehicles |
| 5 | Peugeot 208 | 17.5% | 218,701 tests | 175,555 vehicles |
Peugeot models with the highest MOT failure rates
| # | Model | MOT failure rate | Tests | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Peugeot 307 | 30.6% | 53,568 tests | 38,098 vehicles |
| 2 | Peugeot 206 | 28.8% | 77,695 tests | 55,953 vehicles |
| 3 | Peugeot 106 | 28.8% | 7,920 tests | 5,740 vehicles |
| 4 | Peugeot 207 | 28.7% | 215,706 tests | 152,687 vehicles |
| 5 | Peugeot 407 | 28.5% | 15,391 tests | 11,086 vehicles |
Common Peugeot MOT problem areas
| # | Problem area | MOT notes | Models affected | What to check | High-rate examples |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Corrosion and structure | 318,392 MOT notes | 23 models | Inspect sills, subframes, suspension mounts, brake pipes, and previous welding or rust repairs. | Peugeot 406, Peugeot 107, Peugeot 306 |
| 2 | Lights and electrical | 312,048 MOT notes | 23 models | Test every exterior light, warning lamp, horn, washer, and basic electrical function before buying. | Peugeot 307, Peugeot 407, Peugeot Bipper |
| 3 | Suspension and steering | 290,681 MOT notes | 23 models | Listen for knocks, check uneven tyre wear, and ask whether worn joints or bushes have been replaced. | Peugeot 307, Peugeot 206, Peugeot 407 |
| 4 | Emissions, engine, and exhaust | 238,403 MOT notes | 23 models | Check cold starts, exhaust smoke, warning lights, service history, and recent emissions repairs. | Peugeot 306, Peugeot 206, Peugeot 406 |
| 5 | Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors | 130,539 MOT notes | 23 models | Check the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, chips, cracks, and whether the driver's view is clear. | Peugeot Bipper, Peugeot Rifter, Peugeot Expert Professional L1 Bluehdi |
| 6 | Tyres and wheels | 38,082 MOT notes | 23 models | Look for matching tyres, legal tread, sidewall damage, wheel damage, and uneven wear. | Peugeot 106, Peugeot Expert Professional L1 Bluehdi, Peugeot Expert |
All Peugeot model reports
Models with limited data (fewer than 20,000 tests or 10,000 vehicles) have full reports but are not indexed in search engines until the evidence threshold is met.