Peugeot Horizon
From 14,117 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Horizons fare better: 2021 models pass at 84.7% vs 69.7% for 2013.
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 spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, caused 650 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 | 650 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 362 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 267 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 238 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 225 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 218 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 202 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 198 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 175 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 162 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 45.9% of Horizon failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 16.2% 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 £131.
Peugeot Horizon on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 102 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 1 newly registered, a net loss of 101. At this rate, roughly 96.8 years until none remain.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 7,747 | 383 | +1 | -0 | +5 |
| 2025 Q2 | 7,760 | 365 | +0 | -0 | +14 |
| 2025 Q1 | 7,762 | 349 | +0 | -43 | -43 |
| 2024 Q4 | 7,834 | 320 | +0 | -59 | -59 |
| 2024 Q3 | 7,911 | 302 | +0 | -42 | -42 |
| 2024 Q2 | 7,991 | 264 | +0 | -91 | -91 |
| 2024 Q1 | 8,086 | 260 | +0 | -166 | -166 |
| 2023 Q4 | 8,281 | 231 | +0 | -74 | -74 |
11 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horizon S Ac | Petrol | 1,526 | 20% |
| Horizon Se | Diesel | 1,214 | 16% |
| Horizon Re | Petrol | 1,016 | 13% |
| Horizon Rs Blue Hdi S/S | Diesel | 875 | 11% |
| Horizon Rs | Diesel | 826 | 11% |
| Horizon Re Blue Hdi S/S | Diesel | 701 | 9% |
| Horizon Re Blue Hdi S/S S-A | Diesel | 488 | 6% |
| Horizon Rs Blue Hdi S/S S-A | Diesel | 438 | 6% |
| Horizon S | Petrol | 419 | 5% |
| Horizon S Ac S-A | Diesel | 99 | 1% |
| Horizon Se S-A | Diesel | 93 | 1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 84.7% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2020 | 78.4% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2019 | 79.9% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, audible warning inoperative |
| 2018 | 78.7% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
6 earlier years
| 2017 | 76.8% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2016 | 76.1% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2015 | 74.1% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2014 | 71.9% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2013 | 69.7% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2012 | 71.5% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
Typical mileage
Half of all Horizons tested had between 33,685 and 135,037 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 73,613 median miles, the Horizon has 0.033 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 Horizon MOT pass rate?
The Peugeot Horizon has a 75.4% MOT pass rate based on 14,117 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Peugeot Horizon?
The most common MOT failure on the Peugeot Horizon is a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, which caused 650 failures. Other common issues include a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened.
How many Peugeot Horizons are on UK roads?
There are 7,747 Peugeot Horizons currently licensed on UK roads, with 383 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Peugeot Horizon at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Peugeot Horizon is 73,613 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 33,685 and 135,037 miles.
Buying a used Horizon?
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 75.4% pass rate and an average repair bill of £131 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 45.9% 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.