2002 · 22 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2002 Peugeot 307 MOT pass rate and common faults

1,473 MOT tests in 2024. 48.1% passed first time, compared with 58.1% for all cars the same age.

83Well below average
Passed first time48.1%
Failed or needed repairs51.9%
Typical mileage at test101,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 1,473 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Position lamp: not working6.0%
  2. Stop lamp: not working5.9%
  3. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect5.5%
  4. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt4.9%
  5. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength4.9%
  6. Horn: not working3.9%
  7. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.7%
  8. Suspension arms - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn3.5%
  9. Washers: not working3.5%
  10. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases3.5%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics52.1%
  2. Suspension29.5%
  3. Brakes18.8%
  4. Body & chassis15.4%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)12.3%
  6. Emissions & leaks8.8%
  7. Tyres8.4%
  8. Steering4.3%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm17.0%
  2. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine16.3%
  3. Suspension arms - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn15.5%
  4. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened15.4%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure13.5%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: position lamp: not working. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2002 Peugeot 307?

In 2024, 48.1% of 2002 Peugeot 307 cars passed their MOT first time, across 1,473 tests. The average for all 22-year-old cars was 58.1%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2002 Peugeot 307?

The most common failure reasons were position lamp: not working; stop lamp: not working; headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2002 Peugeot 307 reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 83, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).