Peugeot Eurotaxi
From 788 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, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement and a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 48 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 48 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 45 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 41 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 28 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 24 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 22 |
| smoke opacity levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limit | 20 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 20 |
| parking brake inoperative on one side | 17 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 16 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 28.5% of Eurotaxi failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 33.1% 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 £130.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 67.5% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2015 | 69.7% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2014 | 63.4% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2013 | 68.5% | 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 |
Typical mileage
Half of all Eurotaxis tested had between 197,723 and 278,893 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 232,807 median miles, the Eurotaxi has 0.014 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 Eurotaxi MOT pass rate?
The Peugeot Eurotaxi has a 67.8% MOT pass rate based on 788 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Peugeot Eurotaxi?
The most common MOT failure on the Peugeot Eurotaxi is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 48 failures. Other common issues include parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement.
What is the typical mileage of a Peugeot Eurotaxi at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Peugeot Eurotaxi is 232,807 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 197,723 and 278,893 miles.
Buying a used Eurotaxi?
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 67.8% pass rate and an average repair bill of £130 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 28.5% 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.