Peugeot Compass Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Peugeot Compass reliable? We analysed 1,149 real MOT tests across 150 vehicles to find out.
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The Peugeot Compass is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake binding, brake pipe excessively corroded and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot Compass.
Peugeot Compass Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Peugeot Compass. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Peugeot Compass MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Peugeot Compass to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Peugeot Compass Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Peugeot Compass fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Peugeot Compass Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Peugeot Compass owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Peugeot Compass MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Peugeot Compass year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 115 | 88.7% | 6,772 | 9,441 | 13,066 |
| 2019 | 214 | 85.5% | 7,102 | 10,160 | 14,776 |
| 2008 | 54 | 90.7% | 15,062 | 25,430 | 31,516 |
| 2007 | 121 | 87.6% | 20,030 | 30,660 | 37,824 |
| 2005 | 116 | 77.6% | 14,770 | 28,165 | 41,724 |
| 2003 | 77 | 76.6% | 23,657 | 34,404 | 45,902 |
| 2002 | 78 | 78.2% | 30,984 | 42,358 | 60,961 |
| 1995 | 83 | 63.9% | 34,690 | 54,888 | 66,809 |
How Long Does a Peugeot Compass Last?
Based on 150 Peugeot Compass vehicles on UK roads.
Peugeot Compass Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot Compass 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 Compass
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.7% MOT pass rate from 54 tests
63.9% MOT pass rate from 83 tests
The best year to buy a used Peugeot Compass is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.7% across 54 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Peugeot Compass Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peugeot Compass THIS CAR | 82.1% | 1,149 | 21,405 mi | 31 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 |
| Toyota RAV4 Dynamic Premium PHEV Auto | 93.6% | 1,143 | 32,633 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot Compass outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Peugeot CompassShould you buy a used Peugeot Compass?
The Peugeot Compass has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.1% across 1,149 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Peugeot Compass are brake binding (16 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (13), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (10). 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 Compass owner drives around 1,823 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 Compass models stay on UK roads for around 31 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.