Peugeot Tweet
MotorcycleFrom 1,058 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, stop lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 32 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.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 32 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 21 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 19 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 17 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 16 |
| steering head bearings have excessive wear or play | 13 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 12 |
| a flexible brake hose excessively chafed, damaged, deteriorated, twisted or stretched | 12 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 11 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 10 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 30.1% of Tweet failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £69.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 74% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a wheel bearing with excessive play |
| 2018 | 85.5% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2017 | 77.4% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
| 2016 | 87% | a flexible brake hose excessively chafed, damaged, deteriorated, twisted or stretched, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
2 earlier years
| 2015 | 72.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2014 | 80.2% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Tweets tested had between 6,789 and 25,778 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 12,669 median miles, the Tweet has 0.148 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 Tweet MOT pass rate?
The Peugeot Tweet has a 81.3% MOT pass rate based on 1,058 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Peugeot Tweet?
The most common MOT failure on the Peugeot Tweet is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 32 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Peugeot Tweet at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Peugeot Tweet is 12,669 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,789 and 25,778 miles.
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.