2005 Peugeot 107 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 14,272 MOT tests analysed for the 2005 Peugeot 107, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 70.7% was in line with the average for city cars of a similar age (70.0%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 37.4% in the 150k+ group versus 17.2% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 23.9% | 3,405 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.9% | 1,560 |
| 3 | Suspension | 10.8% | 1,536 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.3% | 1,044 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 6.9% | 981 |
| 6 | Tyres | 6.0% | 850 |
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 | 2,208 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 1,450 |
| 3 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 1,208 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 940 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 802 |
| 6 | Catalyst emissions | 782 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 35.8% | 5,102 |
| 2 | Brakes | 33.1% | 4,717 |
| 3 | Tyres | 29.6% | 4,221 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 23.1% | 3,289 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 15.2% | 2,163 |
| 6 | Other defects | 6.5% | 920 |
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 | 17.2% |
| 30-60k | 2,323 | 23.4% |
| 60-90k | 4,766 | 28.8% |
| 90-120k | 4,547 | 32.0% |
| 120-150k | 1,755 | 32.6% |
| 150k+ | 449 | 37.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,445 | 28.8% |
| 2022 | 3,189 | 29.3% |
| 2023 | 2,858 | 28.9% |
| 2024 | 2,599 | 30.4% |
| 2025 | 2,181 | 29.7% |
What to check before buying a 2005 107
Before buying a 2005 Peugeot 107, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 23.9% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (23.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (10.9% 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 (10.8% 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.
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 2005 Peugeot 107s pass their MOT?
70.7% of the 14,272 2005 Peugeot 107 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2005 Peugeot 107?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 23.9% of tests, followed by brakes (10.9%).
Does the 2005 107 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 17.2% in the 0-30k band to 37.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 14,272 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.