Peugeot 407 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Peugeot 407. Check any 407 by registration number below.

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69.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-15.1%

vs Peugeot Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Peugeot 407 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Peugeot 407 has an average MOT pass rate of 69.5%, which is 15.1 percentage points below the Peugeot brand average of 84.5%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 407 on the road.

The most common reasons a Peugeot 407 fails its MOT are a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your 407 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Peugeot 407, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Peugeot 407 performs at MOT across different model years.

2011

Based on 526 vehicles

64.8%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

9.0%

Retest Rate

36.9%

2010

Based on 3,061 vehicles

64.1%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

34.1%

2009

Based on 3,312 vehicles

62.9%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.3%

Retest Rate

32.0%

2008

Based on 3,266 vehicles

65.1%Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.3%

Retest Rate

29.0%

2007

Based on 5,372 vehicles

61.4%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.8%

Retest Rate

31.0%

2006

Based on 5,224 vehicles

61.1%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

9.5%

Retest Rate

31.9%

2005

Based on 3,324 vehicles

59.5%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

9.0%

Retest Rate

35.6%

2004

Based on 6,463 vehicles

92.8%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.9%

Retest Rate

29.8%

Mileage at 5yr

114k mi

Mileage at 10yr

176k mi

2003

Based on 156 vehicles

92.3%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 5yr

50k mi

Mileage at 10yr

156k mi

0

Based on 15,391 vehicles

70.8%Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 5yr

123k mi

Top MOT Failures — Peugeot 407

The most common reasons a Peugeot 407 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

5.5%

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

4.2%

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

3.6%

Warning device shows system malfunction

3.4%

A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

2.9%

Peugeot 407 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

9.5%

Front Offside

8.6%

Rear Offside

5.7%

Other Peugeot Models

Compare MOT reliability across Peugeot models.

Peugeot Boxer 335 S L2h1 Bluehdi

75.6% pass rate

Peugeot 2008 Gt Premium Puretech S/s A

94.1% pass rate

Peugeot 208 Allure Ev

92.7% pass rate

Peugeot 406

89.6% pass rate

Peugeot 5008

82.9% pass rate

Peugeot Campervan

83.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Peugeot 407

Peugeot 407 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Peugeot 407 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Peugeot 407?

The average MOT pass rate for the Peugeot 407 is 69.5% compared to the Peugeot average of 84.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Peugeot 407?

The most common MOT failures on the Peugeot 407 are: A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (5.5%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2%), Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Peugeot 407 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 69.5%, the Peugeot 407 is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Peugeot 407?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Peugeot 407?

Typical mileage for the Peugeot 407: 114,019 miles at 5 years, 175,698 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 407 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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