1998 · 26 years old at test · Diesel mostly

1998 Peugeot Boxer MOT pass rate and common faults

1,126 MOT tests in 2024. 58.1% passed first time, compared with 64.9% for all cars the same age.

89Well below average
Passed first time58.1%
Failed or needed repairs41.9%
Typical mileage at test63,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 1,126 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength7.5%
  2. Service brake performance: excessively binding5.4%
  3. Horn: not working4.9%
  4. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.0%
  5. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced3.6%
  6. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded3.5%
  7. Service brake imbalance: across an axle2.8%
  8. Position lamp: not working2.5%
  9. Washers: not working2.4%
  10. Chassis condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced2.1%

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics31.0%
  2. Brakes23.1%
  3. Suspension18.7%
  4. Body & chassis15.5%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)12.8%
  6. Emissions & leaks6.7%
  7. Tyres3.7%
  8. Seat belts & airbags2.0%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Wheel bearings: has excessive play23.0%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded20.2%
  3. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened9.2%
  4. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine9.1%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure7.9%

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 1998 Peugeot Boxer?

In 2024, 58.1% of 1998 Peugeot Boxer cars passed their MOT first time, across 1,126 tests. The average for all 26-year-old cars was 64.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1998 Peugeot Boxer?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; service brake performance: excessively binding; horn: not working. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 1998 Peugeot Boxer reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 89, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).