Peugeot Boxer 435 Elwb MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 38 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 47.4%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Peugeot Boxer 435 Elwb MOT Reliability Overview
The Peugeot Boxer 435 Elwb is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 38 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 52.6% and a failure rate of 47.4%, which is below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Peugeot Boxer 435 Elwb earns a "Poor" reliability rating. The average Peugeot Boxer 435 Elwb presents for MOT with approximately 92,996 miles on the clock. The 2011 manufacture year performs best with a 57.6% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Peugeot Boxer 435 Elwb is Brakes, affecting 65.8% 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 Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment at 39.5%. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment rounds out the top three at 31.6%. 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
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 | 102.7% | 39 |
| 2 | Brakes | 73.7% | 28 |
| 3 | Tyres | 15.8% | 6 |
| 4 | Driver's View Of The Road | 10.5% | 4 |
| 5 | Suspension | 7.9% | 3 |
| 6 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 5.3% | 2 |
| 7 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 5.3% | 2 |
| 8 | Steering | 2.6% | 1 |
| 9 | Registration Plates And Vin | 2.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 92,996 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 | 11.04 | 102.7% | 39 |
| Brakes | 7.92 | 73.7% | 28 |
| Tyres | 1.70 | 15.8% | 6 |
| Visibility | 1.13 | 10.5% | 4 |
| Suspension | 0.85 | 7.9% | 3 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.57 | 5.3% | 2 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.57 | 5.3% | 2 |
| Steering | 0.28 | 2.6% | 1 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.28 | 2.6% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Peugeot Boxer 435 Elwb has 92,996 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 435 Elwb has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 5.10% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Peugeot Boxer 435 Elwb MOT Data
The Peugeot Boxer 435 Elwb is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 38 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 52.6% and a failure rate of 47.4%, which is below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Peugeot Boxer 435 Elwb owners, these results suggest above-average failure risk — thorough pre-MOT checks are recommended. Focus your pre-MOT checks on brakes and lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment 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 435 Elwb is likely to perform.
Brakes — 65.8% of failures
Brakes issues account for 65.8% of MOT failures on the Peugeot Boxer 435 Elwb. 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).
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 39.5% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 39.5% of MOT failures on the Peugeot Boxer 435 Elwb. 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.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 31.6% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 31.6% of MOT failures on the Peugeot Boxer 435 Elwb. 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 Boxer 435 Elwb?
Based on 38 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Peugeot Boxer 435 Elwb has an overall pass rate of 52.6% (47.4% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Peugeot Boxer 435 Elwb?
The top 3 reasons a Peugeot Boxer 435 Elwb fails its MOT are: 1. Brakes (65.8%), 2. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (39.5%), 3. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (31.6%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Peugeot Boxer 435 Elwb reliable?
With a 47.4% MOT failure rate, the Boxer 435 Elwb is less reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Peugeot Boxer 435 Elwb?
Based on failure data, focus on: Brakes (65.8%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (39.5%); Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (31.6%). 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.