2014 Peugeot Unclassified — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,943 MOT tests analysed for the 2014 Peugeot Unclassified, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, visibility and brakes. Its pass rate of 89.8% was above the average for cars of a similar age (82.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 27.6% in the 150k+ group versus 6.7% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 6.9% | 204 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.4% | 70 |
| 3 | Brakes | 2.2% | 66 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.1% | 61 |
| 5 | Tyres | 1.6% | 47 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.5% | 45 |
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 | 77 |
| 2 | Wipers | 67 |
| 3 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 42 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 41 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 36 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 26 |
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 | 10.8% | 318 |
| 2 | Suspension | 7.2% | 213 |
| 3 | Brakes | 6.7% | 198 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 5.8% | 172 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 2.8% | 81 |
| 6 | Visibility | 2.5% | 74 |
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 | 1,737 | 6.7% |
| 30-60k | 752 | 12.1% |
| 60-90k | 168 | 13.1% |
| 90-120k | 97 | 23.7% |
| 150k+ | 156 | 27.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 2,909 | 10.1% |
| Petrol | 34 | 11.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 672 | 8.0% |
| 2022 | 618 | 9.9% |
| 2023 | 602 | 11.1% |
| 2024 | 519 | 10.4% |
| 2025 | 532 | 11.8% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Unclassified
Before buying a 2014 Peugeot Unclassified, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 6.9% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (6.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (2.4% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Brakes (2.2% 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 2014 Peugeot Unclassifieds pass their MOT?
89.8% of the 2,943 2014 Peugeot Unclassified MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Peugeot Unclassified?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 6.9% of tests, followed by visibility (2.4%).
Does the 2014 Unclassified get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.7% in the 0-30k band to 27.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,943 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.