Peugeot Partner Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Peugeot Partner reliable? We analysed 2,759,357 real MOT tests across 244,116 vehicles to find out.
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The Peugeot Partner is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, stop lamp not working and registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot Partner.
Peugeot Partner Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Peugeot Partner. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Peugeot Partner MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Peugeot Partner to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Peugeot Partner Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Peugeot Partner fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Peugeot Partner Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Peugeot Partner models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Peugeot Partner Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Peugeot Partner owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Peugeot Partner MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Peugeot Partner year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 69 | 84.1% | 39,088 | 51,464 | 65,983 |
| 2021 | 23,913 | 78.3% | 38,205 | 54,577 | 74,695 |
| 2020 | 41,997 | 81.7% | 35,144 | 53,648 | 75,253 |
| 2019 | 73,155 | 78.2% | 40,200 | 60,406 | 84,592 |
| 2018 | 103,668 | 75.6% | 43,301 | 66,465 | 94,688 |
| 2017 | 126,075 | 76.2% | 46,368 | 70,590 | 99,253 |
| 2016 | 136,952 | 75.4% | 43,956 | 69,103 | 99,578 |
| 2015 | 155,441 | 76.5% | 44,861 | 71,452 | 104,098 |
| 2014 | 192,880 | 74.8% | 50,266 | 78,003 | 111,036 |
| 2013 | 155,644 | 72.4% | 55,534 | 85,910 | 121,442 |
| 2012 | 202,910 | 75.3% | 44,310 | 75,363 | 113,983 |
| 2011 | 154,628 | 71.4% | 58,494 | 92,458 | 132,438 |
| 2010 | 128,709 | 70.6% | 56,480 | 90,834 | 130,864 |
| 2009 | 110,512 | 70.2% | 52,820 | 86,863 | 125,336 |
| 2008 | 105,496 | 70.0% | 50,621 | 82,720 | 118,398 |
| 2007 | 118,501 | 69.6% | 56,052 | 86,108 | 119,604 |
| 2006 | 126,524 | 69.9% | 59,253 | 89,577 | 123,144 |
| 2005 | 121,740 | 69.0% | 58,374 | 89,092 | 123,057 |
| 2004 | 129,384 | 68.6% | 59,154 | 89,632 | 123,340 |
| 2003 | 141,862 | 67.9% | 61,065 | 91,926 | 125,737 |
How Long Does a Peugeot Partner Last?
Based on 244,116 Peugeot Partner vehicles on UK roads.
Peugeot Partner Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot Partner 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 Partner
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.1% MOT pass rate from 69 tests
64.0% MOT pass rate from 4,655 tests
The best year to buy a used Peugeot Partner is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.1% across 69 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Peugeot Partner Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peugeot Partner THIS CAR | 71.7% | 2,759,357 | 83,595 mi | 29 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 C-max | 78.4% | 1,804,249 | 58,724 mi | 20 yrs |
Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot Partner outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Peugeot PartnerShould you buy a used Peugeot Partner?
The Peugeot Partner has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.7% across 2,759,357 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Peugeot Partner are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (59,295 recorded failures), stop lamp not working (52,829), and registration plate lamp not working (47,026). 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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Peugeot Partner 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 Partner owner drives around 7,591 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 Partner models stay on UK roads for around 29 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.