Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 5,267 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 19.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb MOT Reliability Overview
The Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb is a less common vehicle in the UK, with 5,267 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 7 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.9% and a failure rate of 19.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb presents for MOT with approximately 29,291 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2011 models achieve the highest pass rate at 85.8%, while 2006 models have the lowest at 59.2%. This 26.6 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, affecting 16.4% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Brakes at 7.5%. Driver's View of the Road rounds out the top three at 6.1%. 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
Tracking how each manufacture year's MOT pass rate changes as the car ages. Showing 5 vintages — click year chips to highlight.
Multi-line chart showing how different Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb vintages degrade over time, from age 3 to 20 years.
Only vintages with 100+ tests in at least 3 different test years are shown. Fleet average is the UK-wide pass rate for all cars at each age.
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb. 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 Boxer 333 Mwb actually sees a 19% decrease in failure rate after the warranty period. This is likely due to survivorship bias — unreliable cars are already off the road by this age. Peak failure occurs at age 11 (25.6% 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 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 20.9% | 1,101 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.3% | 437 |
| 3 | Driver's View Of The Road | 6.4% | 336 |
| 4 | Suspension | 5.2% | 274 |
| 5 | Tyres | 3.5% | 184 |
| 6 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 2.3% | 119 |
| 7 | Steering | 1.0% | 54 |
| 8 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 0.8% | 42 |
| 9 | Visibility | 0.7% | 38 |
| 10 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.6% | 33 |
| 11 | Body, Structure And General Items | 0.5% | 26 |
| 12 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.3% | 14 |
| 13 | Non-component Advisories | 0.3% | 14 |
| 14 | Registration Plates And Vin | 0.2% | 10 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 29,291 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 7.13 | 20.9% | 1,101 |
| Brakes | 2.83 | 8.3% | 437 |
| Visibility | 2.43 | 7.1% | 374 |
| Suspension | 1.78 | 5.2% | 274 |
| Tyres | 1.19 | 3.5% | 184 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.77 | 2.3% | 119 |
| Body & Structure | 0.38 | 1.1% | 59 |
| Steering | 0.35 | 1.0% | 54 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.27 | 0.8% | 42 |
| Seat Belts | 0.09 | 0.3% | 14 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.09 | 0.3% | 14 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.06 | 0.2% | 10 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb has 29,291 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 Boxer 333 Mwb has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 6.52% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb MOT Data
The Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb is a less common vehicle in the UK, with 5,267 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 7 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.9% and a failure rate of 19.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment and brakes 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 Boxer 333 Mwb is likely to perform.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 16.4% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 16.4% of MOT failures on the Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb. 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.
Brakes — 7.5% of failures
Brakes issues account for 7.5% of MOT failures on the Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb. 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).
Driver's View of the Road — 6.1% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 6.1% of MOT failures on the Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb?
Based on 5,267 MOT tests in our database, the Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb has an overall pass rate of 80.9% (19.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb?
The top 3 reasons a Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (16.4%), 2. Brakes (7.5%), 3. Driver's View of the Road (6.1%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb reliable?
With a 19.1% MOT failure rate, the Boxer 333 Mwb is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Peugeot Boxer 333 Mwb?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (16.4%); Brakes (7.5%); Driver's View of the Road (6.1%). 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.