Peugeot Traveller
From 1,822 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Travellers fare better: 2019 models pass at 83.8% vs 79.6% for 2017.
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 tyre cords visible or damaged and a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. The top issue, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, caused 51 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 | 51 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 37 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 34 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 33 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 28 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 28 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 27 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 21 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 15 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 13 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 23% of Traveller failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 41.8% 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 £102.
Peugeot Traveller on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 75 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 23 newly registered, a net loss of 52.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 2,885 | 47 | +5 | -0 | +7 |
| 2025 Q2 | 2,887 | 38 | +0 | -0 | +22 |
| 2025 Q1 | 2,859 | 44 | +2 | -31 | -29 |
| 2024 Q4 | 2,896 | 36 | +16 | -44 | -28 |
| 2024 Q3 | 2,924 | 36 | +97 | -20 | +77 |
| 2024 Q2 | 2,853 | 30 | +21 | -0 | +45 |
| 2024 Q1 | 2,808 | 30 | +87 | -6 | +81 |
| 2023 Q4 | 2,733 | 24 | +27 | -15 | +12 |
15 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traveller Allure Bluehdi S/S A | Diesel | 411 | 17% |
| Traveller Allure Bluehdi | Diesel | 340 | 14% |
| Traveller Allure Stand Bluehdi | Diesel | 240 | 10% |
| Traveller Active Bluehdi S/S | Diesel | 203 | 8% |
| Traveller Allure Stand B-Hdi A | Diesel | 175 | 7% |
| E-Traveller Allure | Battery Electric | 172 | 7% |
| Traveller Active Standard Bhdi | Diesel | 158 | 7% |
| E-Traveller Business Vip | Battery Electric | 147 | 6% |
| Traveller Active Bluehdi S/S A | Diesel | 135 | 6% |
| Traveller B-Ness Stand Bluehdi | Diesel | 111 | 5% |
| Traveller Allure Bluehdi Auto | Diesel | 92 | 4% |
| Traveller Actve Stndrd Bhdi Ss | Diesel | 70 | 3% |
| Traveller Allure Long Blue Hdi | Diesel | 58 | 2% |
| Traveller Allure Stn Bhdi Ss A | Diesel | 55 | 2% |
| Traveller Bness Vip Bhdi S/S A | Diesel | 53 | 2% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 83.8% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2018 | 80.6% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2017 | 79.6% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources |
| 2016 | 79.2% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources |
Typical mileage
Half of all Travellers tested had between 35,982 and 63,797 miles on the clock.
At 49,380 median miles, the Traveller has 0.04 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 Traveller MOT pass rate?
The Peugeot Traveller has a 80.2% MOT pass rate based on 1,822 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Peugeot Traveller?
The most common MOT failure on the Peugeot Traveller is a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, which caused 51 failures. Other common issues include a tyre cords visible or damaged.
How many Peugeot Travellers are on UK roads?
There are 2,885 Peugeot Travellers currently licensed on UK roads, with 47 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Peugeot Traveller at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Peugeot Traveller is 49,380 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 35,982 and 63,797 miles.
Buying a used Traveller?
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 80.2% pass rate and an average repair bill of £102 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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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.