Peugeot Partner MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,530,580 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 39.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Peugeot Partner MOT Reliability Overview
The Peugeot Partner is one of the most widely tested vehicles in the UK, with 1,530,580 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 26 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 60.9% and a failure rate of 39.1%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Peugeot Partner earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average Peugeot Partner presents for MOT with approximately 86,835 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2020 models achieve the highest pass rate at 77.6%, while 1996 models have the lowest at 40.4%. This 37.2 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Peugeot Partner is Brakes, affecting 26.7% 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 25.1%. Tyres rounds out the top three at 23.5%. 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
Based on MOT data, 2020 models have the highest pass rate at 77.7%.
Based on 2024 MOT test results only — the most recent data available. "Built" = year of manufacture. Cars need their first MOT at 3 years old, so the newest cars shown are from ~3 years ago.
Bar chart showing pass rate by manufacture year from 2002 to 2021
| Built | Pass Rate | Tests | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 77.7% | 10,169 | 🏆 Best |
| 2019 | 73.8% | 15,922 | 👍 Good |
| 2021 | 72.5% | 7,816 | ⚠️ Fair |
| 2018 | 65.6% | 17,227 | ❌ Avoid |
| 2015 | 63.3% | 15,364 | ❌ Avoid |
| 2016 | 62.4% | 15,994 | ❌ Avoid |
| 2017 | 62.3% | 16,633 | ❌ Avoid |
| 2012 | 60.4% | 13,472 | ❌ Avoid |
| 2014 | 59.0% | 16,760 | ❌ Avoid |
| 2013 | 55.2% | 11,246 | ❌ Avoid |
| 2011 | 53.0% | 8,034 | ❌ Avoid |
| 2006 | 52.7% | 2,413 | ❌ Avoid |
| 2007 | 52.5% | 2,801 | ❌ Avoid |
| 2010 | 52.3% | 5,962 | ❌ Avoid |
| 2009 | 51.0% | 4,363 | ❌ Avoid |
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
Tracking how each manufacture year's MOT pass rate changes as the car ages. Showing 25 vintages — click year chips to highlight.
Multi-line chart showing how different Peugeot Partner vintages degrade over time, from age 1 to 25 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 Partner. 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 20 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Peugeot Partner shows a moderate increase in MOT failures after warranty. The 27% increase is typical — plan for gradual maintenance cost increases. Peak failure occurs at age 14 (52.8% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
Click a category to see specific failure items.
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 49.9% | 762,548 |
| 2 | Brakes | 29.0% | 443,242 |
| 3 | Suspension | 25.0% | 382,542 |
| 4 | Tyres | 24.9% | 381,133 |
| 5 | Driver's View Of The Road | 7.4% | 112,713 |
| 6 | Visibility | 6.2% | 95,268 |
| 7 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 5.6% | 85,849 |
| 8 | Steering | 5.1% | 77,641 |
| 9 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 4.1% | 63,348 |
| 10 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 3.8% | 58,559 |
| 11 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 3.0% | 44,838 |
| 12 | Non-component Advisories | 2.5% | 37,881 |
| 13 | Body, Structure And General Items | 0.9% | 14,539 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 86,835 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 | 5.74 | 49.9% | 762,548 |
| Brakes | 3.33 | 29.0% | 443,242 |
| Suspension | 2.88 | 25.0% | 382,542 |
| Tyres | 2.87 | 24.9% | 381,133 |
| Visibility | 1.57 | 13.6% | 207,981 |
| Body & Structure | 0.76 | 6.5% | 100,388 |
| Steering | 0.58 | 5.1% | 77,641 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.48 | 4.1% | 63,348 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.44 | 3.8% | 58,559 |
| Seat Belts | 0.34 | 3.0% | 44,838 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.29 | 2.5% | 37,881 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Peugeot Partner has 86,835 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 Partner has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 4.50% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Peugeot Partner MOT Data
The Peugeot Partner is one of the most widely tested vehicles in the UK, with 1,530,580 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 26 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 60.9% and a failure rate of 39.1%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Peugeot Partner owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. 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 Partner is likely to perform.
Brakes — 26.7% of failures
Brakes issues account for 26.7% of MOT failures on the Peugeot Partner. 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 — 25.1% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 25.1% of MOT failures on the Peugeot Partner. 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.
Tyres — 23.5% of failures
Tyres issues account for 23.5% of MOT failures on the Peugeot Partner. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Peugeot Partner?
Based on 1,530,580 MOT tests in our database, the Peugeot Partner has an overall pass rate of 60.9% (39.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Peugeot Partner?
The top 3 reasons a Peugeot Partner fails its MOT are: 1. Brakes (26.7%), 2. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (25.1%), 3. Tyres (23.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Peugeot Partner reliable?
With a 39.1% MOT failure rate, the Partner is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Peugeot Partner?
Based on failure data, focus on: Brakes (26.7%); Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (25.1%); Tyres (23.5%). 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.