1992 Peugeot 106 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 383 MOT tests, the 1992 Peugeot 106 recorded a 73.9% pass rate. City cars of a similar age fail 24.2% of the time, so this is 1.9pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in brakes, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — brakes (11.8%) and suspension (10.4%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are catalyst emissions, component mounting prescribed areas and service brake performance — catalyst emissions alone was recorded 54 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 28.1% versus 21.9%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 29.0% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 28.0% of tests failed in 2021 against 30.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 11.8% | 45 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.4% | 40 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.7% | 37 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 9.4% | 36 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 9.4% | 36 |
| 6 | Visibility | 6.8% | 26 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Catalyst emissions | 54 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 37 |
| 3 | Service brake performance | 34 |
| 4 | Wipers | 25 |
| 5 | Exhaust system | 19 |
| 6 | Service brake imbalance | 16 |
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 | 29.0% | 111 |
| 2 | Suspension | 24.3% | 93 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 19.6% | 75 |
| 4 | Tyres | 16.2% | 62 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 13.6% | 52 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 9.4% | 36 |
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 | 41 | 21.9% |
| 30-60k | 74 | 16.2% |
| 60-90k | 106 | 27.4% |
| 90-120k | 91 | 34.1% |
| 120-150k | 36 | 27.8% |
| 150k+ | 32 | 28.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 93 | 28.0% |
| 2022 | 79 | 25.3% |
| 2023 | 77 | 20.8% |
| 2024 | 68 | 26.5% |
| 2025 | 66 | 30.3% |
What to check before buying a 1992 106
On a 1992 106, brakes is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 11.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Brakes (11.8% 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.
- Suspension (10.4% 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 (9.7% 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 1992 Peugeot 106s pass their MOT?
73.9% of the 383 1992 Peugeot 106 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 1992 Peugeot 106?
Brakes, recorded in 11.8% of tests, followed by suspension (10.4%).
Does the 1992 106 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 21.9% in the 0-30k band to 28.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 383 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.