2008 Peugeot 4007 — MOT failures & pass rate
2,677 MOT tests on the 2008 Peugeot 4007 are in this dataset, and 69.0% of them passed. Against mid-size SUVs of a similar age (26.8% fail rate), the 2008 4007 comes out 4.2pp worse. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — suspension (18.3%) and lighting & signalling (16.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are track rod end, ball joint and position lamp — track rod end alone was recorded 245 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 60-90k one: 33.2% versus 26.8%.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 42.2% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 29.0% of tests failed in 2021 against 32.1% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 18.3% | 491 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 16.3% | 436 |
| 3 | Brakes | 9.4% | 253 |
| 4 | Steering | 8.8% | 236 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.2% | 166 |
| 6 | Tyres | 5.5% | 147 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Track rod end | 245 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 241 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 215 |
| 4 | Rigid brake pipes | 144 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 128 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 114 |
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 | 42.2% | 1,130 |
| 2 | Brakes | 42.1% | 1,128 |
| 3 | Tyres | 27.9% | 747 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 17.8% | 476 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 15.3% | 410 |
| 6 | Other defects | 13.0% | 348 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 302 | 26.8% |
| 90-120k | 832 | 30.8% |
| 120-150k | 911 | 31.5% |
| 150k+ | 600 | 33.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 714 | 29.0% |
| 2022 | 650 | 31.2% |
| 2023 | 556 | 32.4% |
| 2024 | 446 | 31.6% |
| 2025 | 311 | 32.1% |
What to check before buying a 2008 4007
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: suspension accounted for 18.3% of tests. Start there.
- Suspension (18.3% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (16.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (9.4% 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 2008 Peugeot 4007s pass their MOT?
69.0% of the 2,677 2008 Peugeot 4007 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2008 Peugeot 4007?
Suspension, recorded in 18.3% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (16.3%).
Does the 2008 4007 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 26.8% in the 60-90k band to 33.2% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,677 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.