Peugeot Independence MOT Check

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

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70.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-13.7%

vs Peugeot Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Peugeot Independence — MOT Reliability Overview

The Peugeot Independence has an average MOT pass rate of 70.9%, which is 13.7 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 Independence on the road.

The most common reasons a Peugeot Independence 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, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. If you are preparing your Independence 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 Independence, 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 Independence performs at MOT across different model years.

2016

Based on 1,302 vehicles

74.4%Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.4%

Retest Rate

24.0%

2015

Based on 1,485 vehicles

71.6%Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.9%

Retest Rate

29.9%

Mileage at 10yr

137k mi

2014

Based on 1,001 vehicles

73.0%Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

4.6%

Retest Rate

26.8%

Mileage at 10yr

128k mi

2013

Based on 741 vehicles

68.7%Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.4%

Retest Rate

35.9%

Mileage at 10yr

128k mi

2012

Based on 139 vehicles

59.7%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

39.2%

Mileage at 10yr

175k mi

0

Based on 2,450 vehicles

77.8%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 5yr

74k mi

Top MOT Failures — Peugeot Independence

The most common reasons a Peugeot Independence 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

4.6%

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

3.0%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

2.3%

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

2.0%

Exhaust system leaking or insecure

1.9%

Peugeot Independence Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

6.6%

Front Nearside

5.1%

Nearside

3.0%

Other Peugeot Models

Compare MOT reliability across Peugeot models.

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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 Independence

Peugeot Independence — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Peugeot Independence MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Peugeot Independence?

The average MOT pass rate for the Peugeot Independence is 70.9% 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 Independence?

The most common MOT failures on the Peugeot Independence are: A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (4.6%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.0%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (2.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Peugeot Independence reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 70.9%, the Peugeot Independence 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 Independence?

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 Independence?

Typical mileage for the Peugeot Independence: 137,411 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Independence to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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