Peugeot Boxer, Ambulance MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 71 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 7.0%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Peugeot Boxer, Ambulance MOT Reliability Overview
The Peugeot Boxer, Ambulance is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 71 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.0% and a failure rate of 7.0%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Peugeot Boxer, Ambulance earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Peugeot Boxer, Ambulance presents for MOT with approximately 48,025 miles on the clock. The 2016 manufacture year performs best with a 93.0% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Peugeot Boxer, Ambulance is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, affecting 8.5% 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 Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment at 4.2%. Together, these top 2 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 | 12.7% | 9 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 48,025 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 | 2.64 | 12.7% | 9 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Peugeot Boxer, Ambulance has 48,025 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, Ambulance has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 1.46% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Peugeot Boxer, Ambulance MOT Data
The Peugeot Boxer, Ambulance is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 71 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.0% and a failure rate of 7.0%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Peugeot Boxer, Ambulance 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 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, Ambulance is likely to perform.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 8.5% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 8.5% of MOT failures on the Peugeot Boxer, Ambulance. 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 — 4.2% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 4.2% of MOT failures on the Peugeot Boxer, Ambulance. 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, Ambulance?
Based on 71 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Peugeot Boxer, Ambulance has an overall pass rate of 93.0% (7.0% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Peugeot Boxer, Ambulance?
The top 2 reasons a Peugeot Boxer, Ambulance fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (8.5%), 2. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (4.2%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Peugeot Boxer, Ambulance reliable?
With a 7.0% MOT failure rate, the Boxer, Ambulance is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Peugeot Boxer, Ambulance?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (8.5%); Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (4.2%). 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.