Peugeot Vivacity Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Peugeot Vivacity reliable? We analysed 46,137 real MOT tests across 8,506 vehicles to find out.
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The Peugeot Vivacity is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot Vivacity.
Peugeot Vivacity Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Peugeot Vivacity. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Peugeot Vivacity MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Peugeot Vivacity to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Peugeot Vivacity Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Peugeot Vivacity fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Peugeot Vivacity Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Peugeot Vivacity owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Peugeot Vivacity MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Peugeot Vivacity year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 127 | 74.0% | 4,479 | 8,814 | 12,684 |
| 2014 | 307 | 75.2% | 3,084 | 6,484 | 10,512 |
| 2013 | 597 | 76.0% | 3,858 | 6,861 | 11,830 |
| 2012 | 1,970 | 76.3% | 4,404 | 7,562 | 11,906 |
| 2011 | 1,543 | 74.9% | 3,969 | 7,130 | 11,432 |
| 2010 | 828 | 79.0% | 3,227 | 5,989 | 9,496 |
| 2009 | 853 | 77.1% | 2,440 | 5,267 | 9,675 |
| 2008 | 833 | 76.2% | 4,924 | 7,771 | 12,386 |
| 2007 | 1,544 | 76.7% | 6,794 | 11,794 | 18,600 |
| 2006 | 1,884 | 77.0% | 6,552 | 11,720 | 18,466 |
| 2005 | 3,765 | 77.9% | 6,029 | 10,113 | 16,779 |
| 2004 | 3,346 | 75.6% | 6,256 | 10,929 | 17,214 |
| 2003 | 7,656 | 74.9% | 6,627 | 11,399 | 17,511 |
| 2002 | 6,908 | 75.9% | 7,200 | 12,430 | 18,703 |
| 2001 | 7,777 | 76.2% | 7,896 | 13,247 | 19,500 |
| 2000 | 3,756 | 77.4% | 9,056 | 14,534 | 20,426 |
| 1999 | 2,345 | 75.7% | 9,334 | 14,938 | 21,876 |
How Long Does a Peugeot Vivacity Last?
Based on 8,506 Peugeot Vivacity vehicles on UK roads.
Peugeot Vivacity Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot Vivacity 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 Vivacity
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.0% MOT pass rate from 828 tests
74.0% MOT pass rate from 127 tests
The best year to buy a used Peugeot Vivacity is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.0% across 828 tests. The 2015 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Peugeot Vivacity Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peugeot Vivacity THIS CAR | 76.2% | 46,137 | 11,342 mi | 27 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 Transit Custom 300LMTD Eblue A | 82.3% | 20,565 | 51,372 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot Vivacity outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Peugeot Vivacity has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.2% across 46,137 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 Vivacity are shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (1,046 recorded failures), suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (851), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (838). 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 Vivacity owner drives around 1,082 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 Vivacity models stay on UK roads for around 27 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.