Peugeot 306: brakes MOT failures
Brakes was a recorded failure area in 14.2% of Peugeot 306 MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 1997, 2001 cars.
Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair cost: £100–£350 per axle (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Brakes failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 1,123 | 14.0% |
| 1997 | 2,937 | 15.3% |
| 2000 | 8,990 | 14.1% |
| 2001 | 7,047 | 15.0% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.