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Peugeot 207 reliability by build year

Coverage 2006-20141 named generationsuperminiHatchbackPETROL / DIESEL
At a glance

Peugeot 207 built around 2010: about average at the MOT

Peugeot 207 models built around 2010 fail their MOT a little more often than similar cars the same age. An independent inspection matters more than the wider numbers on cars this old.

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Key figure

35% of MOT tests on Peugeot 207 models built around 2010 ended in a fail (retests included), against 31% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Peugeot 207 models built around 2010 involves the tyres.

Before you view it

What to check before viewing

The Peugeot 207's most common MOT issues, turned into things to ask about or look for.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

Leaks

Worth checking

Inspect the leaks carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Suspension springs

Worth checking

Check ride height is even side-to-side and look for cracked or rusted coils.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

By build year

How build years differ

Fail rates have been steady over the last three years. Use the build-year guide below to separate newer build years from older ones.

Find your 207's generation

Each card below is a different generation. Select your year and we'll highlight the match.

207 Mk1

Mk1 (2006-2014)

Too close to call between ratings
PETROLDIESEL

28.0% fail rate, built around 2014 (11 years old)

Fails more often than the average car this age (about 1 in 4 MOTs, 24.8%)

From 2,197 MOT tests at this ageView details →

Not sure which one you're looking at?

Match your build year to its generation, then see the fail rates for those build years of the Peugeot 207.

See every build year for the Peugeot 207

By age

Peugeot 207 fail rate by age

This chart combines every Peugeot 207 ever sold. It's good for the big picture. For one generation, scroll up to the build-year cards.

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rate
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
39324.9%
11 yearsbuilt around 2014
2,19728.0%
12 yearsbuilt around 2013
7,67032.2%
13 yearsbuilt around 2012
25,39633.0%
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
30,79034.0%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
33,50934.6%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
26,02335.4%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
23,01235.1%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
14,94134.5%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
2,17634.7%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 16 years old.

All generations of this model

What goes wrong most often on 15-year-old Peugeot 207 models

These issues come from 15-year-old Peugeot 207 models, every generation combined.

All generations of this modelPlenty of data

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    24.3%
    Advisory: 10,743Fail: 1,123 (9% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Oil leak, but not excessive

    23.1%
    Advisory: 7,774Fail: 102 (1% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much

    18.8%
    Advisory: 5,682Fail: 2,473 (30% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Exhaust has a minor leak

    14.2%
    Advisory: 4,350Fail: 913 (17% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Coil spring corroded

    14.0%
    Advisory: 4,086Fail: 2,108 (34% of the times it was found)

Based on 33,509 MOT tests on 15-year-old Peugeot 207 models, every generation combined.

All generations of this model

Issues that often appear together

The pairs seen most often when an MOT on 15-year-old Peugeot 207 models notes problems with more than one part of the car.

Issues that often appear together on this model

All generations of this modelPlenty of data
  1. Suspension + Tyres28%
  2. Lighting + Suspension26%
  3. Brakes + Suspension25%
  4. Lighting + Tyres23%

Both were noted at the same test. That doesn't mean one caused the other.

Across 21,094 MOT tests on Peugeot 207 cars built around 2010 (15 years old) where more than one part of the car was noted.

Still registered

How many are still registered, and recalls

How many of these are still registered in the UK, and what's been recalled across the model.

How many are still registered

93%of this model's cars first registered in 2014 were still registered 10 years later

UK average for cars first registered in 2014 to 2015: 92% · About typical

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics (VEH0124).

Recall context

19 recalls in all

8 of the 19 Peugeot 207 recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 8 recalls

Top concerns

  • Battery may discharge and/or heated seats may overheat
  • Engine may fail
  • Steering may fail

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

Like-for-like

Other hatchbacks to compare

Other hatchbacks to compare

  1. 1

    Honda Jazz

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    25.5%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    4.8%
    Dangerous
    6.1%
    Still registered at 10 years
    98%

    Lower fail rate: 25.5%, against 34.6% for the Peugeot 207, both built around 2010.

    6 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    30,225 MOT tests on cars built around 2010

  2. 2

    Ford Fusion

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    28.9%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    5.3%
    Dangerous
    5.8%

    Lower fail rate: 28.9%, against 34.6% for the Peugeot 207, both built around 2010.

    9,586 MOT tests on cars built around 2010

  3. 3

    Nissan Note

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    31.7%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    5.9%
    Dangerous
    6.7%
    Still registered at 10 years
    96.6%

    Lower fail rate: 31.7%, against 34.6% for the Peugeot 207, both built around 2010.

    2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    21,027 MOT tests on cars built around 2010

  4. 4

    Kia Rio

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    32%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    7.4%
    Dangerous
    7.2%
    Still registered at 10 years
    93.9%

    Lower fail rate: 31.9%, against 34.6% for the Peugeot 207, both built around 2010.

    2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    7,696 MOT tests on cars built around 2010

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Built around 2010 (15 years old), the Peugeot 207 across all generations combined fails MOTs noticeably more often than typical for this age. This is based on 33,509 15-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

These figures come from DVSA's MOT records. Across every Peugeot 207 ever sold: 166,107 tests. The main figures are for cars built around 2010 (15 years old): 33,509 tests. They are a guide, not a guarantee. Always inspect the car or have a mechanic check it.