2009 Peugeot Partner — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 28,425 MOT tests analysed for the 2009 Peugeot Partner, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion. Its pass rate of 72.1% was in line with the average for vans of a similar age (71.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 29.8% in the 150k+ group versus 15.0% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 20.6% | 5,863 |
| 2 | Suspension | 12.7% | 3,621 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.9% | 2,527 |
| 4 | Brakes | 8.0% | 2,286 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.2% | 1,748 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 6.1% | 1,737 |
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 | 2,296 |
| 2 | Stop lamp | 2,235 |
| 3 | Joints | 2,000 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 1,355 |
| 5 | Coil spring | 1,301 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 1,290 |
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 | 29.7% | 8,444 |
| 2 | Suspension | 26.5% | 7,528 |
| 3 | Brakes | 24.6% | 6,997 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 23.7% | 6,733 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 17.4% | 4,960 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.0% | 2,843 |
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 | 499 | 15.0% |
| 30-60k | 2,812 | 21.9% |
| 60-90k | 4,863 | 26.1% |
| 90-120k | 6,607 | 28.3% |
| 120-150k | 6,489 | 30.4% |
| 150k+ | 7,116 | 29.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 26,097 | 28.2% |
| Petrol | 2,328 | 25.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 6,548 | 26.3% |
| 2022 | 6,254 | 27.2% |
| 2023 | 5,782 | 28.4% |
| 2024 | 5,228 | 29.2% |
| 2025 | 4,613 | 29.2% |
What to check before buying a 2009 Partner
Before buying a 2009 Peugeot Partner, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 20.6% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (20.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (12.7% 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.
- Body, structure & corrosion (8.9% 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+.
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 2009 Peugeot Partners pass their MOT?
72.1% of the 28,425 2009 Peugeot Partner MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 Peugeot Partner?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.6% of tests, followed by suspension (12.7%).
Does the 2009 Partner get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 15.0% in the 0-30k band to 29.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 28,425 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.