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Peugeot 807 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Peugeot 807 reliable? We analysed 162,697 real MOT tests across 11,073 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 162,697 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
66.7%
Typical Mileage
79,320mi
Annual Mileage
7,797mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
23yrs

The Peugeot 807 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot 807.

Peugeot 807 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Peugeot 807. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Peugeot 807 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Peugeot 807 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

64.8%
2012
68.7%
2010
65.6%
2009
65.6%
2008
64.8%
2007
67.1%
2006
67.7%
2005
67.2%
2004
66.7%
2003
69.1%
2002

Peugeot 807 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Peugeot 807 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8,011
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,195
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,859
Registration plate lamp not working 5,962
position lamp(s) not working 5,827
parking brake recording little or no effort 5,063
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,742
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,479
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 3,016
Stop lamp not working 2,909

Peugeot 807 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Peugeot 807 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,036 mi/yr
Typical
7,797 mi/yr
Average
9,568 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,339 mi/yr

Peugeot 807 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Peugeot 807 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2012 71 64.8% 37,214 54,512 88,782
2010 1,149 68.7% 50,483 78,220 113,040
2009 4,653 65.6% 52,724 82,408 114,804
2008 7,666 65.6% 53,452 81,699 115,850
2007 22,907 64.8% 50,363 77,342 109,496
2006 24,446 67.1% 52,887 79,400 109,442
2005 21,123 67.7% 54,389 81,042 111,055
2004 35,929 67.2% 53,208 78,880 107,358
2003 43,751 66.7% 53,632 79,141 108,093
2002 867 69.1% 52,016 73,949 98,488

How Long Does a Peugeot 807 Last?

Based on 11,073 Peugeot 807 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
11.5 years
Median
12.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
23 years

Peugeot 807 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot 807 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
79,320 mi
75th Percentile
109,244 mi
95th Percentile
164,493 mi
Max Recorded
994,641 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Peugeot 807

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2002

69.1% MOT pass rate from 867 tests

Year to avoid
2007

64.8% MOT pass rate from 22,907 tests

The best year to buy a used Peugeot 807 is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 69.1% across 867 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Peugeot 807 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Peugeot 807 THIS CAR 66.7% 162,697 79,320 mi 23 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 207 70.9% 4,554,199 59,259 mi 20 yrs
Ford Scorpio 65.9% 105,492 105,865 mi 32 yrs

Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot 807 trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Peugeot 807?

The Peugeot 807 has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.7% across 162,697 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Peugeot 807 are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (8,011 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (7,195), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (6,859). 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.

A typical Peugeot 807 owner drives around 7,797 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 807 models stay on UK roads for around 23 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.

Peugeot 807 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Peugeot 807 reliable?
Based on 162,697 MOT tests, the Peugeot 807 has a 66.7% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Peugeot 807?
The most common MOT failures are parking brake: efficiency below requirements, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Peugeot 807 do per year?
The typical Peugeot 807 does around 7,797 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Peugeot 807 last?
Most Peugeot 807 models stay on UK roads for around 23 years based on our analysis of 11,073 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Peugeot 807?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Peugeot 807?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Peugeot 807 is 2002 with a 69.1% pass rate across 867 tests.