Peugeot Premier Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Peugeot Premier reliable? We analysed 12,159 real MOT tests across 1,040 vehicles to find out.
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The Peugeot Premier is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot Premier.
Peugeot Premier Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Peugeot Premier. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Peugeot Premier MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Peugeot Premier to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Peugeot Premier Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Peugeot Premier fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Peugeot Premier Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Peugeot Premier models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Peugeot Premier Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Peugeot Premier owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Peugeot Premier MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Peugeot Premier year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 165 | 78.8% | 51,808 | 92,993 | 136,743 |
| 2018 | 1,081 | 75.1% | 59,232 | 106,462 | 156,681 |
| 2017 | 1,886 | 75.6% | 60,089 | 106,638 | 158,478 |
| 2016 | 2,553 | 72.6% | 72,458 | 124,846 | 180,471 |
| 2015 | 2,327 | 72.6% | 80,387 | 138,562 | 195,162 |
| 2014 | 1,812 | 71.6% | 78,392 | 135,342 | 201,819 |
| 2013 | 1,940 | 70.7% | 93,538 | 154,924 | 220,371 |
| 2012 | 301 | 67.4% | 75,057 | 141,742 | 215,906 |
How Long Does a Peugeot Premier Last?
Based on 1,040 Peugeot Premier vehicles on UK roads.
Peugeot Premier Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot Premier 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 Premier
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
78.8% MOT pass rate from 165 tests
67.4% MOT pass rate from 301 tests
The best year to buy a used Peugeot Premier is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 78.8% across 165 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Peugeot Premier Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peugeot Premier THIS CAR | 72.7% | 12,159 | 127,895 mi | 14 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 |
| Hyundai Kona Premium SE Gdi HEV S-a | 89.5% | 10,127 | 25,382 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot Premier outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Peugeot PremierShould you buy a used Peugeot Premier?
The Peugeot Premier has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.7% across 12,159 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common failure point is registration plate lamp not working with 120 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
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 Premier 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 Premier owner drives around 21,890 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 Premier models stay on UK roads for around 14 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.