2022 Peugeot Partner S L2 Ev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,002 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Peugeot Partner S L2 Ev, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, body, structure & corrosion and tyres. Its pass rate of 96.5% was above the average for cars of a similar age (92.1%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 25.5% in the 60-90k group versus 1.1% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 2.7% | 27 |
| 2 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.8% | 8 |
| 3 | Tyres | 0.8% | 8 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.6% | 6 |
| 5 | Steering | 0.5% | 5 |
| 6 | Visibility | 0.4% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 12 |
| 2 | Horn | 8 |
| 3 | Joints | 7 |
| 4 | Track rod end | 7 |
| 5 | Wipers | 5 |
| 6 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 5 |
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 | 6.2% | 62 |
| 2 | Brakes | 4.1% | 41 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.0% | 40 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.3% | 23 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.9% | 19 |
| 6 | Other defects | 1.7% | 17 |
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 | 563 | 1.1% |
| 30-60k | 380 | 4.0% |
| 60-90k | 51 | 25.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Electric | 902 | 1.3% |
| Diesel | 100 | 23.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 215 | 1.4% |
| 2025 | 787 | 4.1% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Partner S L2 Ev
Before buying a 2022 Peugeot Partner S L2 Ev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 2.7% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (2.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (0.8% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
- Tyres (0.8% 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 2022 Peugeot Partner S L2 Evs pass their MOT?
96.5% of the 1,002 2022 Peugeot Partner S L2 Ev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 3.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Peugeot Partner S L2 Ev?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 2.7% of tests, followed by body, structure & corrosion (0.8%).
Does the 2022 Partner S L2 Ev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 1.1% in the 0-30k band to 25.5% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,002 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.