Peugeot 207
From 207,777 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer 207s fare better: 2014 models pass at 70.4% vs 62.4% for 2006.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, caused 12,287 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 12,287 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 12,225 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 9,417 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 9,289 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 8,721 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 7,056 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 6,138 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 5,768 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5,539 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 5,406 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 32.7% of 207 failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 14.9% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £109.
Peugeot 207 on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 20,694 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 4 newly registered, a net loss of 20,690. At this rate, roughly 5.8 years until none remain. Now at 44.1% of its peak (273,723 in 2013 Q3).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 104,073 | 16,566 | +0 | -5,152 | -5,152 |
| 2025 Q2 | 109,469 | 16,322 | +1 | -5,214 | -5,213 |
| 2025 Q1 | 114,879 | 16,125 | +2 | -5,213 | -5,211 |
| 2024 Q4 | 120,561 | 15,654 | +1 | -5,115 | -5,114 |
| 2024 Q3 | 126,158 | 15,171 | +1 | -5,441 | -5,440 |
| 2024 Q2 | 131,891 | 14,878 | +2 | -5,145 | -5,143 |
| 2024 Q1 | 137,110 | 14,802 | +0 | -5,116 | -5,116 |
| 2023 Q4 | 142,686 | 14,342 | +0 | -4,217 | -4,217 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 207 S | Diesel | 13,736 | 21% |
| 207 Verve | Petrol | 6,722 | 10% |
| 207 Sportium | Petrol | 4,992 | 8% |
| 207 Sport | Petrol | 4,454 | 7% |
| 207 Active | Petrol | 3,413 | 5% |
| 207 Sport Hdi 90 | Diesel | 3,083 | 5% |
| 207 Sport Auto | Petrol | 2,646 | 4% |
| 207 Gt Cc | Petrol | 2,509 | 4% |
| 207 Envy | Petrol | 2,483 | 4% |
| 207 S Sw Hdi | Diesel | 2,356 | 4% |
| 207 S Hdi 68 | Diesel | 2,328 | 4% |
| 207 Sport Cc | Petrol | 2,268 | 3% |
| 207 Active Hdi | Diesel | 2,186 | 3% |
| 207 Active Sw Hdi | Diesel | 2,130 | 3% |
| 207 S Hdi 90 | Diesel | 1,812 | 3% |
| 207 Sport 87 | Petrol | 1,802 | 3% |
| 207 Sport Sw Hdi | Diesel | 1,747 | 3% |
| 207 S Hdi | Diesel | 1,738 | 3% |
| 207 Millesim | Petrol | 1,735 | 3% |
| 207 Sportium Hdi | Diesel | 1,721 | 3% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 70.4% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2013 | 68.3% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2012 | 65.1% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2011 | 63.6% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
5 earlier years
| 2010 | 63.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2009 | 62.1% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2008 | 61.6% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2007 | 62.5% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2006 | 62.4% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all 207s tested had between 73,528 and 116,437 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 93,989 median miles, the 207 has 0.039 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Peugeot models
| Peugeot 208 | 75.2% |
| Peugeot Partner | 69.9% |
| Peugeot 3008 | 76.5% |
| Peugeot 308 | 71.6% |
| Peugeot Boxer | 74.7% |
Common questions
What is the Peugeot 207 MOT pass rate?
The Peugeot 207 has a 63.1% MOT pass rate based on 207,777 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Peugeot 207?
The most common MOT failure on the Peugeot 207 is a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, which caused 12,287 failures. Other common issues include a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn.
How many Peugeot 207s are on UK roads?
There are 104,073 Peugeot 207s currently licensed on UK roads, with 16,566 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Peugeot 207 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Peugeot 207 is 93,989 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 73,528 and 116,437 miles.
Buying a used 207?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 63.1% pass rate and an average repair bill of £109 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 32.7% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.