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Peugeot Django Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Peugeot Django reliable? We analysed 4,360 real MOT tests across 952 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,360 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
86.1%
Typical Mileage
4,623mi
Annual Mileage
643mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
12yrs

The Peugeot Django is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot Django.

Peugeot Django Number Plates

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

Peugeot Django MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

81.8%
2021
95.5%
2020
88.8%
2019
83.6%
2018
86%
2017
85.6%
2016
86.8%
2015
85.9%
2014

Peugeot Django Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Peugeot Django models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 106
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 57
Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar 20

Peugeot Django Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
208 mi/yr
Typical
643 mi/yr
Average
1,350 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,556 mi/yr

Peugeot Django MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 66 81.8% 2,722 6,747 13,009
2020 112 95.5% 1,214 2,250 4,610
2019 320 88.8% 1,366 3,124 5,866
2018 664 83.6% 2,069 4,313 8,686
2017 671 86.0% 2,602 5,186 10,100
2016 1,445 85.6% 2,463 4,592 8,560
2015 936 86.8% 2,861 5,466 10,332
2014 85 85.9% 3,611 7,613 10,881

How Long Does a Peugeot Django Last?

Based on 952 Peugeot Django vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.3 years
Median
6.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
12 years

Peugeot Django Mileage Distribution

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

Median
4,623 mi
75th Percentile
9,129 mi
95th Percentile
21,652 mi
Max Recorded
207,331 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Peugeot Django

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

Best year
2020

95.5% MOT pass rate from 112 tests

Year to avoid
2021

81.8% MOT pass rate from 66 tests

The best year to buy a used Peugeot Django is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.5% across 112 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Peugeot Django Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Peugeot Django THIS CAR 86.1% 4,360 4,623 mi 12 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
Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 160CDTI 80.7% 1,499 113,376 mi — yrs

Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot Django outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Peugeot Django?

The Peugeot Django has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.1% across 4,360 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Peugeot Django 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 Django owner drives around 643 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 Django models stay on UK roads for around 12 years. 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 Django — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Peugeot Django reliable?
Based on 4,360 MOT tests, the Peugeot Django has a 86.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Peugeot Django?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Peugeot Django do per year?
The typical Peugeot Django does around 643 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Peugeot Django last?
Most Peugeot Django models stay on UK roads for around 12 years based on our analysis of 952 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Peugeot Django?
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 Django?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Peugeot Django is 2020 with a 95.5% pass rate across 112 tests.