2002 Peugeot 106 — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2002 Peugeot 106 passed 70.3% of its 8,590 recorded MOT tests. That is effectively the same as city cars of a similar age (29.1% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 16.5% of tests against 12.1% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are catalyst emissions, service brake performance and joints — catalyst emissions alone was recorded 794 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 20.5% in the 0-30k band and 34.7% in the 150k+ band, a 14.2-point spread.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 25.1% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 16.5% | 1,418 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.1% | 1,038 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 11.9% | 1,024 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 8.8% | 753 |
| 5 | Visibility | 8.4% | 723 |
| 6 | Suspension | 6.6% | 564 |
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 | 794 |
| 2 | Service brake performance | 657 |
| 3 | Joints | 503 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 485 |
| 5 | Service brake imbalance | 466 |
| 6 | Washers | 439 |
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 | 25.1% | 2,158 |
| 2 | Brakes | 21.0% | 1,807 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 18.6% | 1,595 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 18.3% | 1,569 |
| 5 | Suspension | 17.1% | 1,468 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 11.6% | 998 |
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 | 425 | 20.5% |
| 30-60k | 2,625 | 26.5% |
| 60-90k | 3,055 | 30.4% |
| 90-120k | 1,681 | 33.7% |
| 120-150k | 624 | 34.0% |
| 150k+ | 170 | 34.7% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 8,094 | 29.9% |
| Diesel | 496 | 27.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,438 | 29.3% |
| 2022 | 2,004 | 30.4% |
| 2023 | 1,655 | 29.5% |
| 2024 | 1,363 | 29.7% |
| 2025 | 1,130 | 29.7% |
What to check before buying a 2002 106
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 16.5% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (16.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (12.1% 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.
- Body, structure & corrosion (11.9% 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 2002 Peugeot 106s pass their MOT?
70.3% of the 8,590 2002 Peugeot 106 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2002 Peugeot 106?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 16.5% of tests, followed by brakes (12.1%).
Does the 2002 106 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 20.5% in the 0-30k band to 34.7% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 8,590 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.