Peugeot Trekker Off Road MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,107 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 37.4%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Peugeot Trekker Off Road MOT Reliability Overview
The Peugeot Trekker Off Road is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,107 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 9 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 62.6% and a failure rate of 37.4%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Peugeot Trekker Off Road earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average Peugeot Trekker Off Road presents for MOT with approximately 16,261 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 1998 models achieve the highest pass rate at 75.7%, while 2004 models have the lowest at 56.9%. This 18.8 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Peugeot Trekker Off Road is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 27.5% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle brakes at 26.3%. Motorcycle steering and suspension rounds out the top three at 25.1%. 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.
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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 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 37.0% | 410 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 34.8% | 385 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 30.9% | 342 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 12.6% | 140 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 6.9% | 76 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 3.3% | 36 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 2.5% | 28 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.7% | 8 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.7% | 8 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 0.6% | 7 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.5% | 6 |
| 12 | Items Not Tested | 0.4% | 4 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.2% | 2 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.2% | 2 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 16,261 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 22.78 | 37.0% | 410 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 21.39 | 34.8% | 385 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 19.00 | 30.9% | 342 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 7.78 | 12.6% | 140 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 4.22 | 6.9% | 76 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 2.00 | 3.3% | 36 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 1.56 | 2.5% | 28 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.44 | 0.7% | 8 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.44 | 0.7% | 8 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.39 | 0.6% | 7 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.33 | 0.5% | 6 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.22 | 0.4% | 4 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.11 | 0.2% | 2 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.11 | 0.2% | 2 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.06 | 0.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Peugeot Trekker Off Road has 16,261 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 Trekker Off Road has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 23.00% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Peugeot Trekker Off Road MOT Data
The Peugeot Trekker Off Road is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,107 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 9 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 62.6% and a failure rate of 37.4%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Peugeot Trekker Off Road owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle 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 Trekker Off Road is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 27.5% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 27.5% of MOT failures on the Peugeot Trekker Off Road. Motorcycle lighting and signalling 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.
Motorcycle brakes — 26.3% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 26.3% of MOT failures on the Peugeot Trekker Off Road. 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).
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 25.1% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 25.1% of MOT failures on the Peugeot Trekker Off Road. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Peugeot Trekker Off Road?
Based on 1,107 MOT tests in our database, the Peugeot Trekker Off Road has an overall pass rate of 62.6% (37.4% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Peugeot Trekker Off Road?
The top 3 reasons a Peugeot Trekker Off Road fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (27.5%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (26.3%), 3. Motorcycle steering and suspension (25.1%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Peugeot Trekker Off Road reliable?
With a 37.4% MOT failure rate, the Trekker Off Road is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Peugeot Trekker Off Road?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (27.5%); Motorcycle brakes (26.3%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (25.1%). 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.