2006 · 18 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2006 Peugeot Expert MOT pass rate and common faults

1,206 MOT tests in 2024. 48.3% passed first time, compared with 56.1% for all cars the same age.

86Well below average
Passed first time48.3%
Failed or needed repairs51.7%
Typical mileage at test130,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 1,206 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength10.2%
  2. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt7.0%
  3. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn6.4%
  4. Position lamp: not working5.0%
  5. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases4.9%
  6. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play4.1%
  7. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.1%
  8. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.7%
    68 marked dangerous
  9. Service brake imbalance: across an axle3.6%
  10. SRS malfunction indicator lamp: warning lamp indicates a fault3.5%

Problem areas

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

  1. Suspension35.9%
  2. Lights & electrics35.3%
  3. Body & chassis27.1%
  4. Brakes22.8%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)9.8%
  6. Tyres9.5%
  7. Steering5.9%
  8. Seat belts & airbags5.5%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine29.1%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm18.2%
  3. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded14.6%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure12.7%
  5. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases9.1%

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 2006 Peugeot Expert?

In 2024, 48.3% of 2006 Peugeot Expert cars passed their MOT first time, across 1,206 tests. The average for all 18-year-old cars was 56.1%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2006 Peugeot Expert?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2006 Peugeot Expert reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 86, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).