Peugeot Sum Up Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Peugeot Sum Up reliable? We analysed 2,584 real MOT tests across 498 vehicles to find out.
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The Peugeot Sum Up is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and steering headbearing has excessive free play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot Sum Up.
Peugeot Sum Up Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Peugeot Sum Up. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Peugeot Sum Up MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Peugeot Sum Up to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Peugeot Sum Up Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Peugeot Sum Up fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Peugeot Sum Up Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Peugeot Sum Up owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Peugeot Sum Up MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Peugeot Sum Up year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 279 | 74.6% | 3,944 | 9,006 | 15,439 |
| 2009 | 978 | 76.0% | 6,339 | 10,796 | 15,634 |
| 2008 | 1,264 | 72.8% | 6,386 | 10,112 | 15,716 |
How Long Does a Peugeot Sum Up Last?
Based on 498 Peugeot Sum Up vehicles on UK roads.
Peugeot Sum Up Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot Sum Up 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 Sum Up
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.0% MOT pass rate from 978 tests
72.8% MOT pass rate from 1,264 tests
The best year to buy a used Peugeot Sum Up is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.0% across 978 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Peugeot Sum Up Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peugeot Sum Up THIS CAR | 74.3% | 2,584 | 10,356 mi | 18 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 |
| Ktm 125 Duke 17 | 80.7% | 2,570 | 9,154 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot Sum Up outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Peugeot Sum Up has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.3% across 2,584 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Peugeot Sum Up are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (142 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (94), and steering headbearing has excessive free play (86). 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 Sum Up owner drives around 926 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 Sum Up models stay on UK roads for around 18 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.