Peugeot Expert: brakes MOT failures
Brakes was a recorded failure area in 7.3% of Peugeot Expert MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2005, 2008 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 5,219 | 11.2% |
| 2005 | 8,624 | 11.6% |
| 2006 | 10,793 | 10.5% |
| 2007 | 16,826 | 11.6% |
| 2008 | 18,484 | 12.3% |
| 2017 | 25,461 | 4.8% |
| 2018 | 29,525 | 5.0% |
| 2019 | 22,934 | 3.5% |
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.