2014 Peugeot Bipper — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 14,993 MOT tests analysed for the 2014 Peugeot Bipper, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, lighting & signalling and tyres. Its pass rate of 74.0% was below the average for cars of a similar age (82.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 28.6% in the 150k+ group versus 17.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 16.4% | 2,457 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 11.9% | 1,785 |
| 3 | Tyres | 7.5% | 1,121 |
| 4 | Visibility | 6.3% | 939 |
| 5 | Brakes | 5.5% | 828 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.2% | 479 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 1,353 |
| 2 | Shock absorbers | 1,321 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 768 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 675 |
| 5 | Wipers | 501 |
| 6 | Washers | 465 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 30.5% | 4,576 |
| 2 | Suspension | 20.0% | 3,003 |
| 3 | Brakes | 14.7% | 2,202 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 14.0% | 2,105 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 11.0% | 1,643 |
| 6 | Visibility | 9.4% | 1,404 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 607 | 17.6% |
| 30-60k | 2,562 | 22.7% |
| 60-90k | 3,974 | 26.0% |
| 90-120k | 3,637 | 27.2% |
| 120-150k | 2,069 | 27.7% |
| 150k+ | 2,090 | 28.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,322 | 24.1% |
| 2022 | 3,319 | 25.5% |
| 2023 | 3,092 | 27.0% |
| 2024 | 2,791 | 27.4% |
| 2025 | 2,469 | 26.3% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Bipper
Before buying a 2014 Peugeot Bipper, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 16.4% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (16.4% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (11.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (7.5% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2014 Peugeot Bippers pass their MOT?
74.0% of the 14,993 2014 Peugeot Bipper MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Peugeot Bipper?
Suspension, recorded in 16.4% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (11.9%).
Does the 2014 Bipper get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 17.6% in the 0-30k band to 28.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 14,993 MOT tests. 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.