Peugeot 207 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Peugeot 207 car check
Is the Peugeot 207 reliable? We analysed 4,554,199 real MOT tests across 284,054 vehicles to find out.
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The Peugeot 207 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc and coil spring broken. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot 207.
Peugeot 207 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Peugeot 207. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Peugeot 207 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Peugeot 207 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Peugeot 207 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Peugeot 207 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Peugeot 207 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Peugeot 207 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Peugeot 207 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Peugeot 207 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Peugeot 207 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Peugeot 207 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 11,794 | 79.9% | 23,061 | 35,676 | 53,306 |
| 2013 | 41,124 | 75.2% | 33,075 | 52,119 | 76,918 |
| 2012 | 248,432 | 74.0% | 35,334 | 54,767 | 78,124 |
| 2011 | 448,785 | 73.0% | 36,003 | 55,946 | 79,732 |
| 2010 | 629,307 | 72.6% | 38,503 | 59,426 | 84,036 |
| 2009 | 767,204 | 70.4% | 37,760 | 58,862 | 83,456 |
| 2008 | 866,571 | 69.6% | 39,159 | 60,416 | 85,150 |
| 2007 | 1,093,431 | 69.6% | 39,448 | 60,510 | 84,793 |
| 2006 | 439,180 | 70.1% | 39,886 | 61,369 | 85,527 |
| 2005 | 460 | 69.6% | 48,922 | 70,581 | 97,285 |
| 2004 | 465 | 66.5% | 52,845 | 69,444 | 102,923 |
| 2003 | 226 | 67.7% | 44,101 | 66,619 | 92,816 |
| 2002 | 113 | 64.6% | 45,479 | 74,481 | 109,948 |
| 2001 | 60 | 61.7% | 41,076 | 50,186 | 70,384 |
How Long Does a Peugeot 207 Last?
Based on 284,054 Peugeot 207 vehicles on UK roads.
Peugeot 207 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot 207 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Peugeot 207
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.9% MOT pass rate from 11,794 tests
61.7% MOT pass rate from 60 tests
The best year to buy a used Peugeot 207 is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.9% across 11,794 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Peugeot 207 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peugeot 207 THIS CAR | 70.9% | 4,554,199 | 59,259 mi | 20 yrs |
| Peugeot 206 | 67.7% | 9,831,622 | 65,066 mi | 28 yrs |
| Peugeot 307 | 67.5% | 5,095,133 | 73,548 mi | 25 yrs |
| Peugeot 306 | 65.4% | 3,183,877 | 96,765 mi | 33 yrs |
| Audi A6 | 78.4% | 2,724,792 | 98,890 mi | 31 yrs |
Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot 207 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Peugeot 207Should you buy a used Peugeot 207?
The Peugeot 207 has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.9% across 4,554,199 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Peugeot 207 are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (88,971 recorded failures), constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (69,719), and coil spring broken (66,088). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Peugeot 207 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Peugeot 207 owner drives around 5,429 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Peugeot 207 models stay on UK roads for around 20 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.