2004 Peugeot Partner — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 11,047 MOT tests analysed for the 2004 Peugeot Partner, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 69.3% was in line with the average for vans of a similar age (70.1%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 34.1% in the 150k+ group versus 19.7% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 20.2% | 2,236 |
| 2 | Suspension | 15.7% | 1,734 |
| 3 | Brakes | 12.4% | 1,365 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.6% | 951 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.0% | 778 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 6.0% | 658 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stop lamp | 791 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 778 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 641 |
| 4 | Rigid brake pipes | 603 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 517 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 508 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 34.8% | 3,839 |
| 2 | Tyres | 29.9% | 3,300 |
| 3 | Suspension | 29.1% | 3,212 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 21.9% | 2,414 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 18.2% | 2,014 |
| 6 | Other defects | 14.4% | 1,592 |
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 | 71 | 19.7% |
| 30-60k | 615 | 23.7% |
| 60-90k | 1,727 | 26.8% |
| 90-120k | 2,962 | 31.0% |
| 120-150k | 2,942 | 31.2% |
| 150k+ | 2,697 | 34.1% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 9,809 | 31.0% |
| Petrol | 1,238 | 28.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,207 | 31.3% |
| 2022 | 2,609 | 30.5% |
| 2023 | 2,208 | 30.5% |
| 2024 | 1,699 | 30.3% |
| 2025 | 1,324 | 30.2% |
What to check before buying a 2004 Partner
Before buying a 2004 Peugeot Partner, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 20.2% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (20.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (15.7% 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.
- Brakes (12.4% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 2004 Peugeot Partners pass their MOT?
69.3% of the 11,047 2004 Peugeot Partner MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2004 Peugeot Partner?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.2% of tests, followed by suspension (15.7%).
Does the 2004 Partner get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 19.7% in the 0-30k band to 34.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 11,047 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.