2010 Peugeot 4007 — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2010 Peugeot 4007 passed 74.2% of its 1,633 recorded MOT tests. Mid-size SUVs of a similar age fail at 25.2%, so the 2010 4007 sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and steering.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 14.3% of all tests — 4.7 points clear of brakes, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are track rod end, position lamp and stop lamp — track rod end alone was recorded 179 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 13.0% in the 30-60k band and 27.1% in the 150k+ band, a 14.1-point spread — more than double.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 39.7% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 23.3% of tests failed in 2021 against 24.9% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.3% | 233 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.6% | 157 |
| 3 | Steering | 9.2% | 150 |
| 4 | Suspension | 8.9% | 145 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.7% | 77 |
| 6 | Tyres | 4.5% | 74 |
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 | 179 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 137 |
| 3 | Stop lamp | 73 |
| 4 | Rigid brake pipes | 71 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 53 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 49 |
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 | 39.7% | 649 |
| 2 | Suspension | 39.0% | 636 |
| 3 | Tyres | 24.0% | 392 |
| 4 | Other defects | 13.7% | 223 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 12.8% | 209 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 9.8% | 160 |
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 | 100 | 13.0% |
| 60-90k | 336 | 23.8% |
| 90-120k | 515 | 26.8% |
| 120-150k | 454 | 29.1% |
| 150k+ | 207 | 27.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 365 | 23.3% |
| 2022 | 373 | 26.8% |
| 2023 | 331 | 26.6% |
| 2024 | 311 | 27.7% |
| 2025 | 253 | 24.9% |
What to check before buying a 2010 4007
On a 2010 4007, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 14.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (14.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (9.6% 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.
- Steering (9.2% of tests): Play, leaks or worn track rod ends — affects handling and is a safety item. Typical repair: £150–£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 4007s pass their MOT?
74.2% of the 1,633 2010 Peugeot 4007 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Peugeot 4007?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.3% of tests, followed by brakes (9.6%).
Does the 2010 4007 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.0% in the 30-60k band to 27.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,633 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.