2007 Peugeot 207 — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2007 Peugeot 207 passed 69.9% of its 165,815 recorded MOT tests. Against superminis of a similar age (27.6% fail rate), the 2007 207 comes out 2.5pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 20.0% of all tests — 5.4 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, joints and headlamp — headlamp aim alone was recorded 15,869 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 17.3% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 32.8% once past 150k.
Fuel type barely separates them — petrol fails 30.0% of the time against 30.3% for diesel.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 30.9% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 20.0% | 33,141 |
| 2 | Suspension | 14.6% | 24,220 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 11.2% | 18,563 |
| 4 | Brakes | 8.6% | 14,307 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 6.9% | 11,459 |
| 6 | Tyres | 6.0% | 9,981 |
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 | 15,869 |
| 2 | Joints | 13,497 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 12,167 |
| 4 | Coil spring | 11,404 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 9,895 |
| 6 | Catalyst emissions | 8,098 |
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 | 30.9% | 51,262 |
| 2 | Brakes | 27.4% | 45,363 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 24.4% | 40,392 |
| 4 | Suspension | 23.9% | 39,648 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 22.5% | 37,376 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 17.3% | 28,698 |
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 | 3,120 | 17.3% |
| 30-60k | 26,392 | 25.5% |
| 60-90k | 60,632 | 30.1% |
| 90-120k | 48,114 | 32.1% |
| 120-150k | 19,818 | 32.4% |
| 150k+ | 7,597 | 32.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 120,735 | 30.0% |
| Diesel | 45,080 | 30.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 48,474 | 30.0% |
| 2022 | 40,065 | 29.9% |
| 2023 | 32,580 | 30.2% |
| 2024 | 25,484 | 30.3% |
| 2025 | 19,212 | 30.3% |
What to check before buying a 2007 207
On a 2007 207, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 20.0% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (20.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (14.6% 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 (11.2% 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 2007 Peugeot 207s pass their MOT?
69.9% of the 165,815 2007 Peugeot 207 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Peugeot 207?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.0% of tests, followed by suspension (14.6%).
Does the 2007 207 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 17.3% in the 0-30k band to 32.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 165,815 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.