2010 Peugeot 207 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 193,744 MOT tests analysed for the 2010 Peugeot 207, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion. Its pass rate of 71.7% was below the average for superminis of a similar age (75.1%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 32.6% in the 150k+ group versus 16.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.9% | 34,690 |
| 2 | Suspension | 13.4% | 25,908 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.7% | 20,627 |
| 4 | Brakes | 6.7% | 12,904 |
| 5 | Tyres | 5.4% | 10,477 |
| 6 | Visibility | 5.3% | 10,316 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joints | 16,541 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 12,836 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 12,812 |
| 4 | Coil spring | 11,402 |
| 5 | Headlamp | 9,868 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 9,412 |
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 | 30.0% | 58,072 |
| 2 | Brakes | 22.8% | 44,096 |
| 3 | Suspension | 21.9% | 42,397 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 19.5% | 37,706 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 15.4% | 29,871 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 13.4% | 25,959 |
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 | 5,489 | 16.5% |
| 30-60k | 40,716 | 23.2% |
| 60-90k | 72,935 | 28.6% |
| 90-120k | 49,490 | 31.7% |
| 120-150k | 18,462 | 31.9% |
| 150k+ | 6,574 | 32.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 125,284 | 27.8% |
| Diesel | 68,460 | 29.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 45,244 | 27.1% |
| 2022 | 42,755 | 27.4% |
| 2023 | 39,942 | 28.5% |
| 2024 | 35,510 | 29.4% |
| 2025 | 30,293 | 29.9% |
What to check before buying a 2010 207
Before buying a 2010 Peugeot 207, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 17.9% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (17.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (13.4% 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.
- Body, structure & corrosion (10.7% 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 2010 Peugeot 207s pass their MOT?
71.7% of the 193,744 2010 Peugeot 207 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Peugeot 207?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.9% of tests, followed by suspension (13.4%).
Does the 2010 207 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 16.5% in the 0-30k band to 32.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 193,744 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.