Peugeot Elystar Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Peugeot Elystar car check
Is the Peugeot Elystar reliable? We analysed 3,599 real MOT tests across 647 vehicles to find out.
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The Peugeot Elystar is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot Elystar.
Peugeot Elystar Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Peugeot Elystar. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Peugeot Elystar MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Peugeot Elystar to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Peugeot Elystar Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Peugeot Elystar fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Peugeot Elystar Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Peugeot Elystar owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Peugeot Elystar MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Peugeot Elystar year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 115 | 80.9% | 4,676 | 8,185 | 15,601 |
| 2006 | 120 | 83.3% | 6,735 | 11,420 | 17,845 |
| 2005 | 482 | 79.9% | 4,871 | 10,485 | 15,939 |
| 2004 | 840 | 79.3% | 4,752 | 8,634 | 16,527 |
| 2003 | 1,320 | 81.3% | 4,901 | 8,847 | 13,860 |
| 2002 | 659 | 80.4% | 4,676 | 8,721 | 15,448 |
How Long Does a Peugeot Elystar Last?
Based on 647 Peugeot Elystar vehicles on UK roads.
Peugeot Elystar Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot Elystar 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 Elystar
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.3% MOT pass rate from 120 tests
79.3% MOT pass rate from 840 tests
The best year to buy a used Peugeot Elystar is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.3% across 120 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Peugeot Elystar Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peugeot Elystar THIS CAR | 80.4% | 3,599 | 9,117 mi | 24 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 Crossland Sri Nav Turbo | 89.6% | 6,130 | 28,655 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot Elystar outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Peugeot ElystarShould you buy a used Peugeot Elystar?
The Peugeot Elystar has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.4% across 3,599 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 Elystar are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (123 recorded failures), shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (115), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (109). 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 Elystar owner drives around 973 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 Elystar models stay on UK roads for around 24 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.