2007 Peugeot Partner — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 19,188 MOT tests analysed for the 2007 Peugeot Partner, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 70.5% was in line with the average for vans of a similar age (70.9%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 32.0% in the 150k+ group versus 21.4% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.7% | 3,787 |
| 2 | Suspension | 14.0% | 2,687 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.0% | 1,918 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.6% | 1,652 |
| 5 | Tyres | 6.6% | 1,269 |
| 6 | Steering | 6.4% | 1,229 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 1,488 |
| 2 | Stop lamp | 1,423 |
| 3 | Joints | 965 |
| 4 | Wipers | 895 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 857 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 814 |
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 | 29.9% | 5,741 |
| 2 | Brakes | 28.2% | 5,403 |
| 3 | Suspension | 23.6% | 4,529 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 23.0% | 4,411 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 16.2% | 3,105 |
| 6 | Other defects | 13.9% | 2,669 |
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 | 196 | 21.4% |
| 30-60k | 1,458 | 23.5% |
| 60-90k | 3,658 | 26.4% |
| 90-120k | 5,550 | 29.5% |
| 120-150k | 4,522 | 32.1% |
| 150k+ | 3,775 | 32.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 17,946 | 29.9% |
| Petrol | 1,242 | 24.2% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5,104 | 29.7% |
| 2022 | 4,479 | 29.2% |
| 2023 | 3,846 | 29.3% |
| 2024 | 3,170 | 29.4% |
| 2025 | 2,589 | 30.1% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Partner
Before buying a 2007 Peugeot Partner, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 19.7% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (19.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (14.0% 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 (10.0% 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 2007 Peugeot Partners pass their MOT?
70.5% of the 19,188 2007 Peugeot Partner MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Peugeot Partner?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.7% of tests, followed by suspension (14.0%).
Does the 2007 Partner get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 21.4% in the 0-30k band to 32.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 19,188 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.