2010 Peugeot 107 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 90,642 MOT tests analysed for the 2010 Peugeot 107, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 78.0% was above the average for city cars of a similar age (75.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 32.1% in the 150k+ group versus 13.9% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.1% | 10,977 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.4% | 9,393 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.0% | 5,444 |
| 4 | Tyres | 5.3% | 4,762 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.0% | 3,648 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.9% | 3,568 |
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 | 5,040 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 4,133 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 4,040 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 4,026 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 3,040 |
| 6 | Catalyst emissions | 2,849 |
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 | 36.1% | 32,753 |
| 2 | Tyres | 27.9% | 25,253 |
| 3 | Suspension | 24.3% | 22,057 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 14.4% | 13,031 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.3% | 8,391 |
| 6 | Other defects | 5.8% | 5,286 |
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 | 6,534 | 13.9% |
| 30-60k | 26,438 | 17.6% |
| 60-90k | 34,788 | 23.1% |
| 90-120k | 17,421 | 27.3% |
| 120-150k | 4,429 | 29.4% |
| 150k+ | 1,007 | 32.1% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 90,604 | 22.0% |
| Diesel | 38 | 31.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 18,396 | 19.0% |
| 2022 | 18,432 | 20.2% |
| 2023 | 18,463 | 21.9% |
| 2024 | 18,095 | 24.0% |
| 2025 | 17,256 | 25.3% |
What to check before buying a 2010 107
Before buying a 2010 Peugeot 107, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 12.1% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (12.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (10.4% 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 (6.0% 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 2010 Peugeot 107s pass their MOT?
78.0% of the 90,642 2010 Peugeot 107 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 22.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Peugeot 107?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.1% of tests, followed by brakes (10.4%).
Does the 2010 107 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.9% in the 0-30k band to 32.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 90,642 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.