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Peugeot 407 reliability by build year

Coverage 2004-20111 named generationSaloonPETROL / DIESEL
At a glance

Peugeot 407 built around 2007: fails its MOT more often than average

Peugeot 407 models built around 2007 fail their MOT more often than similar cars the same age. Look closely at the suspension on any car you view. An independent inspection matters more than the wider numbers on cars this old.

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Key figure

33% of MOT tests on Peugeot 407 models built around 2007 ended in a fail (retests included), against 28% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Peugeot 407 models built around 2007 involves the suspension.

Before you view it

What to check before viewing

The Peugeot 407's most common MOT issues, turned into things to ask about or look for.

Independent inspection

High priority

Have an independent specialist inspect the car before you commit.

Brake discs

High priority

Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

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

Tyres

Worth checking

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

Leaks

Worth checking

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

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 407's generation

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

407 Mk1

Mk1 (2004-2011)

Not enough tests to rate
PETROLDIESEL

34.0% fail rate, built around 2011 (14 years old)

Likely between 30.7% and 37.4%

Fails more often than the average car this age (about 3 in 10 MOTs, 29%)

From 783 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 407.

See every build year for the Peugeot 407

By age

Peugeot 407 fail rate by age

This chart combines every Peugeot 407 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
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
78334.0%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
1,32833.3%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
1,29832.5%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
1,62034.3%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
1,74733.1%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
1,66534.3%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
77533.2%
21 yearsbuilt around 2004
8734.5%

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 21 years old.

All generations of this model

What goes wrong most often on 18-year-old Peugeot 407 models

These issues come from 18-year-old Peugeot 407 models, every generation combined.

All generations of this modelEnough data

Most common advisories and fails

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

  1. 1
    Advisory

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

    31.7%
    Advisory: 640Fail: 232 (27% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

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

    28.1%
    Advisory: 689Fail: 49 (7% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    23.7%
    Advisory: 598Fail: 11 (2% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Oil leak, but not excessive

    22.0%
    Advisory: 384Fail: 5 (1% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    14.1%
    Advisory: 265Fail: 79 (23% of the times it was found)

Based on 1,747 MOT tests on 18-year-old Peugeot 407 models, every generation combined.

All generations of this model

Issues that often appear together

The pairs seen most often when an MOT on 18-year-old Peugeot 407 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. Brakes + Suspension36%
  2. Brakes + Tyres33%
  3. Suspension + Tyres31%
  4. Brakes + Lighting27%

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

Across 1,172 MOT tests on Peugeot 407 cars built around 2007 (18 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

Not enough registration data to show this for the Peugeot 407.

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.

Recall context

15 recalls in all

7 of the 15 Peugeot 407 recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 1 Critical
  • 6 more

Top concerns

  • Risk of fire
  • Engine may stall
  • Braking assistance may not perform correctly

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

Like-for-like

Other saloons to compare

Other saloons to compare

  1. 1

    Mercedes-Benz E-Class

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    23.5%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    7.5%
    Dangerous
    7.5%
    Still registered at 10 years
    79.9%

    Lower fail rate: 23.4%, against 33.1% for the Peugeot 407, both built around 2007.

    10 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    5,172 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

  2. 2

    Lexus IS

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    24.1%

    Lower fail rate: 24.1%, against 33.1% for the Peugeot 407, both built around 2007.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.

    2,214 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

  3. 3

    Jaguar XJ

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    24%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    9.1%
    Dangerous
    5.3%
    Still registered at 10 years
    93.8%

    Lower fail rate: 24.0%, against 33.1% for the Peugeot 407, both built around 2007.

    5 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    1,389 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

  4. 4

    BMW 5 Series

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    24.6%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    8.7%
    Dangerous
    7.4%
    Still registered at 10 years
    82.6%

    Lower fail rate: 24.6%, against 33.1% for the Peugeot 407, both built around 2007.

    12 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    8,265 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

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 2007 (18 years old), the Peugeot 407 across all generations combined fails MOTs at about the rate typical for this age. This is based on 1,747 18-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

These figures come from DVSA's MOT records. Across every Peugeot 407 ever sold: 9,303 tests. The main figures are for cars built around 2007 (18 years old): 1,747 tests. They are a guide, not a guarantee. Always inspect the car or have a mechanic check it.