2006 Peugeot 307 — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2006 Peugeot 307 passed 69.7% of its 65,723 recorded MOT tests. Against small family cars of a similar age (27.4% fail rate), the 2006 307 comes out 2.9pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 21.4% of all tests — 6.6 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, headlamp and headlamp aim — position lamp alone was recorded 6,024 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 15.3% in the 0-30k band and 35.3% in the 150k+ band, a 20.0-point spread — more than double.
Split by fuel, diesel examples fail 2.9pp more often than petrol ones (32.1% vs 29.2%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 32.9% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 21.4% | 14,053 |
| 2 | Suspension | 14.8% | 9,706 |
| 3 | Brakes | 9.9% | 6,491 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.8% | 5,137 |
| 5 | Tyres | 6.3% | 4,126 |
| 6 | Steering | 6.2% | 4,079 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 6,024 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 4,998 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 4,271 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 3,646 |
| 5 | Coil spring | 3,282 |
| 6 | Joints | 3,005 |
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 | 32.9% | 21,647 |
| 2 | Suspension | 32.6% | 21,415 |
| 3 | Tyres | 31.0% | 20,360 |
| 4 | Other defects | 26.4% | 17,373 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 24.3% | 15,956 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 15.5% | 10,185 |
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 | 502 | 15.3% |
| 30-60k | 6,823 | 21.4% |
| 60-90k | 19,680 | 28.3% |
| 90-120k | 20,892 | 32.0% |
| 120-150k | 11,804 | 33.6% |
| 150k+ | 5,967 | 35.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 40,372 | 29.2% |
| Diesel | 25,348 | 32.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 20,224 | 29.9% |
| 2022 | 15,994 | 30.4% |
| 2023 | 12,698 | 30.5% |
| 2024 | 9,652 | 30.5% |
| 2025 | 7,155 | 30.5% |
What to check before buying a 2006 307
On a 2006 307, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 21.4% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (21.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (14.8% 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.
- Brakes (9.9% 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.
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 2006 Peugeot 307s pass their MOT?
69.7% of the 65,723 2006 Peugeot 307 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Peugeot 307?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 21.4% of tests, followed by suspension (14.8%).
Does the 2006 307 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 15.3% in the 0-30k band to 35.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 65,723 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.