Peugeot 407
From 16,783 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are 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, a lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 1,399 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 suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 1,399 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 1,136 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 667 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 648 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 494 |
| warning device shows system malfunction | 493 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 482 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 467 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 466 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 376 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 17.1% of 407 failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 33.8% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £96.
Peugeot 407 on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 2,257 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 2,257. At this rate, roughly 5.1 years until none remain. Now at 18.1% of its peak (63,937 in 2010 Q3).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 6,007 | 5,581 | +0 | -387 | -387 |
| 2025 Q2 | 6,404 | 5,571 | +0 | -510 | -510 |
| 2025 Q1 | 6,916 | 5,569 | +0 | -677 | -677 |
| 2024 Q4 | 7,487 | 5,675 | +0 | -683 | -683 |
| 2024 Q3 | 8,021 | 5,824 | +0 | -668 | -668 |
| 2024 Q2 | 8,609 | 5,904 | +0 | -583 | -583 |
| 2024 Q1 | 9,190 | 5,906 | +0 | -559 | -559 |
| 2023 Q4 | 9,827 | 5,828 | +1 | -552 | -551 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 407 Sw Se Hdi | Diesel | 1,016 | 22% |
| 407 Sport Sw Hdi | Diesel | 664 | 14% |
| 407 Se Hdi | Diesel | 647 | 14% |
| 407 Sport Hdi | Diesel | 435 | 9% |
| 407 Sr Sw Hdi | Diesel | 292 | 6% |
| 407 Sw Sport Hdi | Diesel | 225 | 5% |
| 407 Se | Petrol | 216 | 5% |
| 407 Se Hdi Auto | Diesel | 143 | 3% |
| 407 Gt Sw Hdi | Diesel | 124 | 3% |
| 407 Sr Hdi | Diesel | 123 | 3% |
| 407 Sw Executive Hdi | Diesel | 110 | 2% |
| 407 Sw S Hdi | Petrol | 90 | 2% |
| 407 Se Sw Hdi Auto | Diesel | 86 | 2% |
| 407 S Hdi | Diesel | 82 | 2% |
| 407 Gt Sw Hdi Auto | Diesel | 77 | 2% |
| 407 Se Sw Hdi | Diesel | 72 | 2% |
| 407 Zenith Hdi | Diesel | 71 | 2% |
| 407 Sport | Petrol | 68 | 1% |
| 407 X-Line Hdi | Diesel | 68 | 1% |
| 407 Sw Zenith Hdi | Diesel | 67 | 1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 64.6% | 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 |
| 2010 | 63.5% | 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 |
| 2009 | 64.7% | 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 | 66.7% | 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 |
4 earlier years
| 2007 | 64.8% | 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 |
| 2006 | 66.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, warning device shows system malfunction |
| 2005 | 63% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen |
| 2004 | 66.2% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all 407s tested had between 108,679 and 169,951 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 142,485 median miles, the 407 has 0.025 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 207 | 63.1% |
Common questions
What is the Peugeot 407 MOT pass rate?
The Peugeot 407 has a 64.9% MOT pass rate based on 16,783 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Peugeot 407?
The most common MOT failure on the Peugeot 407 is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 1,399 failures. Other common issues include a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc.
How many Peugeot 407s are on UK roads?
There are 6,007 Peugeot 407s currently licensed on UK roads, with 5,581 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Peugeot 407 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Peugeot 407 is 142,485 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 108,679 and 169,951 miles.
Buying a used 407?
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 64.9% pass rate and an average repair bill of £96 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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