Peugeot E7 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Peugeot E7 car check
Is the Peugeot E7 reliable? We analysed 16,299 real MOT tests across 1,229 vehicles to find out.
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The Peugeot E7 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot E7.
Peugeot E7 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Peugeot E7. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Peugeot E7 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Peugeot E7 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Peugeot E7 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Peugeot E7 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Peugeot E7 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Peugeot E7 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Peugeot E7 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Peugeot E7 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 542 | 74.4% | 80,326 | 139,147 | 198,080 |
| 2016 | 3,712 | 75.5% | 96,866 | 162,579 | 222,099 |
| 2015 | 3,134 | 75.7% | 105,127 | 174,014 | 236,081 |
| 2014 | 2,921 | 74.5% | 114,510 | 184,870 | 254,390 |
| 2013 | 2,599 | 72.8% | 131,361 | 205,298 | 281,633 |
| 2012 | 1,494 | 69.7% | 126,440 | 202,997 | 280,559 |
| 2011 | 546 | 66.5% | 145,056 | 222,208 | 313,177 |
| 2010 | 139 | 74.1% | 128,039 | 219,872 | 263,247 |
| 2007 | 90 | 72.2% | 151,530 | 304,254 | 370,515 |
| 2005 | 55 | 58.2% | 168,938 | 239,413 | 276,642 |
| 2004 | 80 | 68.8% | 127,645 | 189,865 | 227,347 |
| 2003 | 485 | 67.8% | 163,608 | 232,185 | 313,146 |
| 2002 | 144 | 66.7% | 119,797 | 162,424 | 281,430 |
| 2001 | 125 | 69.6% | 109,646 | 175,643 | 265,866 |
How Long Does a Peugeot E7 Last?
Based on 1,229 Peugeot E7 vehicles on UK roads.
Peugeot E7 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot E7 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 E7
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
75.7% MOT pass rate from 3,134 tests
58.2% MOT pass rate from 55 tests
The best year to buy a used Peugeot E7 is 2015, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.7% across 3,134 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 58.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Peugeot E7 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peugeot E7 THIS CAR | 73.5% | 16,299 | 183,394 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 |
| Ferrari 348 | 87.6% | 7,187 | 37,274 mi | 36 yrs |
Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot E7 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Peugeot E7Should you buy a used Peugeot E7?
The Peugeot E7 has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.5% across 16,299 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common failure point is registration plate lamp not working with 146 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
A typical Peugeot E7 owner drives around 23,320 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 E7 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.