Peugeot 307: suspension MOT failures
Of the 279,283 Peugeot 307 MOT tests in this dataset, 15.2% recorded at least one suspension failure. It shows up most on 2002 and 2003 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 3,639 | 15.6% |
| 2002 | 15,079 | 16.4% |
| 2003 | 24,587 | 16.1% |
| 2004 | 36,220 | 16.1% |
| 2005 | 45,853 | 15.7% |
| 2006 | 65,723 | 14.8% |
| 2007 | 69,285 | 15.2% |
| 2008 | 15,897 | 12.3% |
| 2009 | 2,630 | 11.8% |
Methodology & source. 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.