1995 Peugeot 306 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,123 MOT tests analysed for the 1995 Peugeot 306, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, lighting & signalling and suspension. Its pass rate of 71.6% was below the average for cars of a similar age (77.1%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 29.9% in the 150k+ group versus 21.0% in the 30-60k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 14.0% | 157 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 13.5% | 151 |
| 3 | Suspension | 11.5% | 129 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.2% | 92 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.0% | 79 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 6.9% | 77 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Catalyst emissions | 92 |
| 2 | Service brake performance | 90 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 63 |
| 4 | Wipers | 63 |
| 5 | Rbt (sp) | 59 |
| 6 | Service brake imbalance | 50 |
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 | 33.8% | 379 |
| 2 | Brakes | 30.3% | 340 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 27.0% | 303 |
| 4 | Tyres | 23.2% | 260 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 17.5% | 197 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 12.9% | 145 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 157 | 21.0% |
| 60-90k | 289 | 30.8% |
| 90-120k | 290 | 30.7% |
| 120-150k | 178 | 27.5% |
| 150k+ | 184 | 29.9% |
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 566 | 28.1% |
| Diesel | 557 | 28.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 295 | 27.8% |
| 2022 | 263 | 28.9% |
| 2023 | 212 | 28.3% |
| 2024 | 191 | 29.3% |
| 2025 | 162 | 27.8% |
What to check before buying a 1995 306
Before buying a 1995 Peugeot 306, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 14.0% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (14.0% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (13.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (11.5% 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 1995 Peugeot 306s pass their MOT?
71.6% of the 1,123 1995 Peugeot 306 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 1995 Peugeot 306?
Brakes, recorded in 14.0% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (13.5%).
Does the 1995 306 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 21.0% in the 30-60k band to 29.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,123 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.