Used buying checklist
Peugeot 4007 reliability, common problems and used buying checks
A used Peugeot 4007 looks worse than average for reliability in UK MOT data: 29.5% of 2,200 tests failed, compared with 18.7% across all indexed models. A good example should have a clean MOT history for corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical.
It can be, if the exact car has a clean history for corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical.
Start with corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical, then compare the car's mileage and recall record below.
Sources used: DVSA MOT tests (Apr 2026); vehicle recalls (Apr 2026); MOT fault wording (May 2025). MOT data does not capture every reliability issue, especially intermittent engine, gearbox or infotainment faults that do not appear during the test.
- 29.5% MOT failure rate
- Median tested mileage 120,794 miles
- 650 failed MOT tests analysed
Corrosion and structure is the clearest area to check
Corrosion and structure is the clearest named problem area in this model's MOT history (108.4 MOT notes per 100 tests). Example MOT phrases from this area include corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced, prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, and excessively corroded.
Example MOT phrases to search in the car's history:
- corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced
- prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength
- excessively corroded
- corroded and seriously weakened
- ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt
- ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated
- ball joint excessively worn
- ball joint has excessive play
- lens slightly defective
- inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Focus on corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical
The model's recorded failure rate is 29.5%, +10.8 percentage points compared with the average across all models. Use the seller questions below to check whether repeat MOT notes have actually been repaired.
- MOT tests analysed2,200 tests
- Median tested mileage120,794 miles
- Failed MOT tests650
Should you buy a used Peugeot 4007?
70.5% of the MOT tests we analysed for this model passed. The model's recorded failure rate is 29.5%, +10.8 percentage points compared with the average across all models. This is a buying brief for the exact car in front of you: clean repeat history matters more than badge reputation.
- Repeat unresolved MOT notes for corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical
- corrosion and structure appearing across more than one MOT
- Any dangerous MOT failure on the exact car, especially if the same area appears again later
- No paperwork showing applicable recall work has been completed
- A seller who cannot explain MOT wording such as "corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced"
It can be, if the exact car has a clean history for corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical.
Start with corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical, then compare the car's mileage and recall record below.
Corrosion and structure is the clearest named problem area in the MOT history (108.4 MOT notes per 100 tests). These counts are issue notes, not failure rates, because a single MOT can list several faults.
Past 100k miles on the Peugeot 4007, MOT records most often point to corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical.
The MOT failure rate rises from 28.9% at 10-15 years to 31.1% at 15+ years. Compare the car with the nearest age range before treating a fault as normal wear or a warning sign. The average MOT failure rate across all models in the same dataset is 18.7%.
Start with corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, lights and electrical, and emissions, engine, and exhaust. The checklist on this page explains why each area is being recommended, what to inspect, and what to ask the seller.
6 relevant recall notices appear for this model. Treat them as safety checks to verify for the exact car, not as normal MOT wear.
What should I check first?
Start with corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, lights and electrical, and emissions, engine, and exhaust. The checklist on this page explains why each area is being recommended, what to inspect, and what to ask the seller. Each item shows whether it comes from MOT results, recall notices, or a standard used-car check.
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Corrosion and structure Seen in MOT results
Corrosion and structure is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (108.4 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Inspect sills, subframes, mounting points, arches, and underside corrosion advisories.
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Suspension and steering Seen in MOT results
Suspension and steering is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (61.4 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Listen for knocks, check uneven tyre wear, and inspect steering play.
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Lights and electrical Seen in MOT results
Lights and electrical is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (19.6 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check every lamp, warning light, horn, battery condition, and dashboard messages.
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Emissions, engine, and exhaust Seen in MOT results
Emissions, engine, and exhaust is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (17.6 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check warning lights, smoke, exhaust leaks, recent emissions failures, and service history.
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Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors Seen in MOT results
Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (8.9 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check windscreen damage, wiper operation, washers, mirrors, and demisting.
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Tyres and wheels Seen in MOT results
Tyres and wheels is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (3.8 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check tyre age, tread depth, sidewall damage, wheel condition, and alignment wear.
What changes with mileage?
Past 100k miles on the Peugeot 4007, MOT records most often point to corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical.
Common MOT problem areas
Common faults: what usually fails on this model?
Corrosion and structure is the clearest named problem area in the MOT history (108.4 MOT notes per 100 tests). These counts are issue notes, not failure rates, because a single MOT can list several faults.
Recall-related areas to verify
Official recall areas
Manufacturer recall notices for the Peugeot 4007 mainly involve 4 areas: lights and electrical, emissions, engine, and exhaust, brakes, and corrosion and structure. Treat each as something to verify on the specific car you are viewing; the recall table below shows the official notice text.
Mileage and age checks
Mileage changes: what starts showing up after high mileage?
Past 100k miles on the Peugeot 4007, MOT records most often point to corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical. On lower-mileage cars, the most common named areas are corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and windscreen, wipers, and mirrors.
| Mileage range | Tests | Vehicles | Failure rate (vs all models) | Median mileage |
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| 0-50k | 34 | 27 | 17.6%+6.8 percentage points vs all models | 43,472 miles |
| 50-100k | 525 | 379 | 26.9%+6.1 percentage points vs all models | 84,813 miles |
| 100-150k | 1,264 | 874 | 30.2%+4.0 percentage points vs all models | 124,436 miles |
| 150-200k | 337 | 234 | 32.3%+5.1 percentage points vs all models | 164,410 miles |
| 200k+ | 28 | 17 | 39.3%+12.7 percentage points vs all models | 215,161 miles |
Problem areas by mileage
Past 100k miles on the Peugeot 4007, MOT records most often point to corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical.
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Fair comparisons: is this problem normal for its age?
The MOT failure rate rises from 28.9% at 10-15 years to 31.1% at 15+ years. Compare the car with the nearest age range before treating a fault as normal wear or a warning sign. The average MOT failure rate across all models in the same dataset is 18.7%. The highest failure rate by age is 31.1% for 15+ years cars, based on 614 tests.
| Age range | Tests | Vehicles | Failure rate (vs all models) | Median age |
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| 10-15 years 2011–2016 reg. |
1,586 | 1,116 | 28.9%+5.4 percentage points vs all models | 13.9 years |
| 15+ years pre-2011 reg. |
614 | 429 | 31.1%+5.2 percentage points vs all models | 15.5 years |
Recall records and data freshness
Recall context: are there safety notices to know about?
6 relevant recall notices appear for this model. Treat them as safety checks to verify for the exact car, not as normal MOT wear.
| 2018-04-26 | WATER INGRESS MAY CAUSE WINDSCREEN WIPER MOTOR TO FAIL On the affected vehicles the windscreen wiper motor breather system may not be To the correct specification. This could in some cases result in water ingress leading to jamming of the motor due to corrosion. This could cause the wipers to cease operation or not start which in turn could result in restricted visibility for the driver. Replace the windscren wiper motor and one of the windscreen wiper mechanism rods. |
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| 2015-08-13 | MALFUNCTION CAUSING INSTRUMENT PANEL FUNCTIONS TO BECOME INOPERABLE An electronic component within the Built-in Systems Interface (BSI) may not be to the correct specification. This could cause the audio-navigation system the wipers and exterior lighting to malfunction and the warning light on the instrument panel may illuminate. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the production date of the BSI unit. Where the production date of the BSI unit is in the affected range the unit will be replaced. |
| 2014-10-02 | BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE AFFECTED The brake servo pump system could develop problems with malfunction indicator lamps and audible warnings accompanied by the vacuum pump stopping. This will require the driver to apply greater force on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the vacuum pump and vacuum pump relays. Additionally download with a new version of control software. |
| 2011-02-15 | SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR On affected vehicles connectors intended to supply the electric front seats fitted to some versions are not used and are located under the rear footwell carpets. If these connectors come into contact with water of melted snow mixed with snow removal products they may corrode over a period of time and cause localised electrical overheating. The operation involves repositioning these electrical supply wires for the two front seats to move them higher up on the seat frame. |
| 2008-07-16 | DIESEL FUEL RETURN PIPE MAY ABRADE AND WEAR. It has been identified that a slight amount of play in the diesel fuel return pipe mountings on certain vehicles may over time lead to abrasion and wear of the pipe. Recalled vehicles will have the subject clips checked and the pipe secured. |
| 2008-04-24 | RISK OF ENGINE STALL On the subject vehicles it has been identified that there is a risk of the engine stalling during very sporty driving conditions. Recalled vehicles will have the engine ECU software upgraded. |
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Sources used: DVSA MOT tests (Apr 2026); vehicle recalls (Apr 2026); MOT fault wording (May 2025). These are patterns from many MOT tests and recall notices. They help you decide what to inspect and what to ask; they do not certify the condition of one specific car.