Peugeot 407 Sw Se MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 2,395 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 43.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Peugeot 407 Sw Se MOT Reliability Overview
The Peugeot 407 Sw Se is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 2,395 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 6 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 56.5% and a failure rate of 43.5%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Peugeot 407 Sw Se earns a "Below Average" reliability rating. The average Peugeot 407 Sw Se presents for MOT with approximately 101,321 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2009 models achieve the highest pass rate at 68.4%, while 2005 models have the lowest at 51.3%. This 17.1 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Peugeot 407 Sw Se is Brakes, affecting 33.1% of all tests. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. The second most common issue is Suspension at 31.6%. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment rounds out the top three at 29.1%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Best Year to Buy
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Peugeot 407 Sw Se. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 11 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Peugeot 407 Sw Se shows a moderate increase in MOT failures after warranty. The 21% increase is typical — plan for gradual maintenance cost increases. Peak failure occurs at age 10 (49.4% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 39.8% | 954 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 37.9% | 908 |
| 3 | Suspension | 34.6% | 828 |
| 4 | Tyres | 30.2% | 723 |
| 5 | Driver's View Of The Road | 9.1% | 218 |
| 6 | Steering | 4.0% | 95 |
| 7 | Registration Plates And Vin | 2.2% | 53 |
| 8 | Road Wheels | 1.9% | 45 |
| 9 | Non-component Advisories | 1.6% | 39 |
| 10 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 1.5% | 36 |
| 11 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 1.3% | 30 |
| 12 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 1.0% | 24 |
| 13 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.8% | 19 |
| 14 | Visibility | 0.8% | 18 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 101,321 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 3.93 | 39.8% | 954 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 3.74 | 37.9% | 908 |
| Suspension | 3.41 | 34.6% | 828 |
| Tyres | 2.98 | 30.2% | 723 |
| Visibility | 0.97 | 9.9% | 236 |
| Steering | 0.39 | 4.0% | 95 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.22 | 2.2% | 53 |
| Wheels | 0.19 | 1.9% | 45 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.16 | 1.6% | 39 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.15 | 1.5% | 36 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.12 | 1.3% | 30 |
| Body & Structure | 0.10 | 1.0% | 24 |
| Seat Belts | 0.08 | 0.8% | 19 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Peugeot 407 Sw Se has 101,321 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Peugeot 407 Sw Se has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 4.29% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Peugeot 407 Sw Se MOT Data
The Peugeot 407 Sw Se is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 2,395 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 6 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 56.5% and a failure rate of 43.5%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Peugeot 407 Sw Se owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on brakes and suspension for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific 407 Sw Se is likely to perform.
Brakes — 33.1% of failures
Brakes issues account for 33.1% of MOT failures on the Peugeot 407 Sw Se. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Suspension — 31.6% of failures
Suspension issues account for 31.6% of MOT failures on the Peugeot 407 Sw Se. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 29.1% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 29.1% of MOT failures on the Peugeot 407 Sw Se. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Peugeot 407 Sw Se?
Based on 2,395 MOT tests in our database, the Peugeot 407 Sw Se has an overall pass rate of 56.5% (43.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Peugeot 407 Sw Se?
The top 3 reasons a Peugeot 407 Sw Se fails its MOT are: 1. Brakes (33.1%), 2. Suspension (31.6%), 3. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (29.1%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Peugeot 407 Sw Se reliable?
With a 43.5% MOT failure rate, the 407 Sw Se is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Peugeot 407 Sw Se?
Based on failure data, focus on: Brakes (33.1%); Suspension (31.6%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (29.1%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.