1995 · 29 years old at test · Diesel mostly

1995 Peugeot Boxer MOT pass rate and common faults

784 MOT tests in 2024. 56.1% passed first time, compared with 66.8% for all cars the same age.

84Well below average
Passed first time56.1%
Failed or needed repairs43.9%
Typical mileage at test74,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 784 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength7.8%
  2. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively5.5%
  3. Service brake imbalance: across an axle4.0%
  4. Horn: not working3.8%
  5. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded3.8%
  6. Chassis condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced3.7%
  7. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced3.7%
  8. Side repeaters: not working3.3%
  9. Chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting3.1%
  10. Service brake performance: efficiency below requirements2.9%

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics36.2%
  2. Brakes29.1%
  3. Suspension20.9%
  4. Body & chassis20.3%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)12.2%
  6. Emissions & leaks10.1%
  7. Steering3.6%
  8. Seat belts & airbags2.6%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Wheel bearings: has excessive play24.7%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded18.2%
  3. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine12.1%
  4. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened10.8%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure8.9%

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: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. 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 1995 Peugeot Boxer?

In 2024, 56.1% of 1995 Peugeot Boxer cars passed their MOT first time, across 784 tests. The average for all 29-year-old cars was 66.8%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1995 Peugeot Boxer?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively; service brake imbalance: across an axle. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 1995 Peugeot Boxer reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 84, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).