Peugeot Unknown Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Peugeot Unknown reliable? We analysed 30,734 real MOT tests across 5,271 vehicles to find out.
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The Peugeot Unknown is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot Unknown.
Peugeot Unknown Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Peugeot Unknown. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Peugeot Unknown MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Peugeot Unknown to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Peugeot Unknown Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Peugeot Unknown models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Peugeot Unknown Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Peugeot Unknown owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Peugeot Unknown MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Peugeot Unknown year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 61 | 95.1% | 5,374 | 7,761 | 10,760 |
| 2022 | 664 | 89.6% | 7,718 | 14,876 | 41,731 |
| 2021 | 962 | 88.9% | 6,660 | 9,858 | 16,665 |
| 2020 | 1,902 | 90.1% | 7,086 | 10,948 | 17,179 |
| 2019 | 3,206 | 89.6% | 7,918 | 12,692 | 20,447 |
| 2018 | 3,581 | 87.7% | 9,408 | 16,421 | 35,701 |
| 2017 | 3,077 | 89.3% | 9,697 | 15,908 | 26,448 |
| 2016 | 4,590 | 85.7% | 11,548 | 19,846 | 37,972 |
| 2015 | 4,378 | 84.4% | 13,011 | 21,111 | 39,189 |
| 2014 | 5,239 | 87.7% | 13,563 | 21,098 | 33,116 |
| 2013 | 1,890 | 86.8% | 14,382 | 21,873 | 34,461 |
| 2012 | 114 | 82.5% | 11,813 | 16,476 | 31,650 |
How Long Does a Peugeot Unknown Last?
Based on 5,271 Peugeot Unknown vehicles on UK roads.
Peugeot Unknown Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot Unknown 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 Unknown
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
95.1% MOT pass rate from 61 tests
82.5% MOT pass rate from 114 tests
The best year to buy a used Peugeot Unknown is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.1% across 61 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Peugeot Unknown Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peugeot Unknown THIS CAR | 87.2% | 30,734 | 17,733 mi | 13 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 |
| Honda Nss | 88.6% | 27,723 | 16,016 mi | 13 yrs |
Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot Unknown outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Peugeot Unknown has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.2% across 30,734 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Peugeot Unknown 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 Unknown owner drives around 2,463 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 Unknown models stay on UK roads for around 13 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.