2007 Peugeot 107 — MOT failures & pass rate
68,412 MOT tests on the 2007 Peugeot 107 are in this dataset, and 72.6% of them passed. That is effectively the same as city cars of a similar age (28.1% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 16.8% of tests against 11.5% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are service brake performance, position lamp and headlamp aim — service brake performance alone was recorded 4,326 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 14.6% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 34.0% once past 150k — 2.3× the risk.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 36.2% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 25.6% of tests failed in 2021 against 29.0% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 16.8% | 11,497 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.5% | 7,844 |
| 3 | Suspension | 10.4% | 7,094 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 6.7% | 4,584 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.1% | 4,147 |
| 6 | Tyres | 5.8% | 3,966 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Service brake performance | 4,326 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 4,321 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 4,286 |
| 4 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 3,934 |
| 5 | Catalyst emissions | 3,667 |
| 6 | Rigid brake pipes | 3,133 |
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 | 36.2% | 24,788 |
| 2 | Suspension | 36.1% | 24,725 |
| 3 | Tyres | 29.5% | 20,193 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 16.5% | 11,283 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.0% | 8,882 |
| 6 | Other defects | 6.4% | 4,391 |
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 | 2,720 | 14.6% |
| 30-60k | 13,150 | 21.1% |
| 60-90k | 24,997 | 27.4% |
| 90-120k | 19,368 | 30.8% |
| 120-150k | 6,571 | 33.9% |
| 150k+ | 1,587 | 34.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 15,561 | 25.6% |
| 2022 | 14,865 | 26.8% |
| 2023 | 13,983 | 27.8% |
| 2024 | 12,801 | 28.6% |
| 2025 | 11,202 | 29.0% |
What to check before buying a 2007 107
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 16.8% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (16.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (11.5% 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.
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 2007 Peugeot 107s pass their MOT?
72.6% of the 68,412 2007 Peugeot 107 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Peugeot 107?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 16.8% of tests, followed by brakes (11.5%).
Does the 2007 107 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.6% in the 0-30k band to 34.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 68,412 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.