Peugeot 607 MOT pass rate & common failures
Across 20 model years and 1,890 tests, the Peugeot 607 passes its MOT 75.4% of the time. Against all cars of a similar age (27.2% fail rate), the 607 comes out 2.6pp better. Its most common failure areas are lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (12.5%) and suspension (10.7%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, joints and service brake performance — headlamp aim alone was recorded 104 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 20.9% in the 30-60k band and 26.3% in the 150k+ band, a 5.4-point spread.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 33.2% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
By model year
Every 607 model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 103 | 73.8% | 26.2% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2002 | 215 | 74.9% | 25.1% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2003 | 345 | 69.6% | 30.4% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2004 | 305 | 76.1% | 23.9% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2005 | 276 | 79.0% | 21.0% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2006 | 223 | 79.4% | 20.6% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2007 | 166 | 76.5% | 23.5% | Suspension |
| 2008 | 225 | 75.1% | 24.9% | Lighting & signalling |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.5% | 237 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.7% | 203 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.1% | 190 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.9% | 112 |
| 5 | Tyres | 5.1% | 97 |
| 6 | Visibility | 5.0% | 95 |
| 7 | Steering | 4.2% | 80 |
| 8 | Emissions & environmental | 4.1% | 77 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 104 |
| 2 | Joints | 70 |
| 3 | Service brake performance | 63 |
| 4 | Track rod end | 59 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 58 |
| 6 | Washers | 58 |
| 7 | Ball joint | 55 |
| 8 | Position lamp | 53 |
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 | 33.2% | 628 |
| 2 | Brakes | 32.9% | 621 |
| 3 | Tyres | 25.1% | 475 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 15.8% | 299 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 12.4% | 235 |
| 6 | Other defects | 11.8% | 224 |
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 | 115 | 20.9% |
| 60-90k | 330 | 22.1% |
| 90-120k | 519 | 26.0% |
| 120-150k | 421 | 24.9% |
| 150k+ | 479 | 26.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 1,524 | 24.4% |
| Petrol | 366 | 25.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 643 | 23.9% |
| 2022 | 493 | 24.9% |
| 2023 | 341 | 24.6% |
| 2024 | 243 | 25.5% |
| 2025 | 170 | 24.7% |
What to check before buying a Peugeot 607
- Lighting & signalling (12.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (10.7% 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 (10.1% 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
What is the MOT pass rate for the Peugeot 607?
75.4% of the 1,890 Peugeot 607 MOT tests in this dataset passed, a 24.6% fail rate, across model years 2000–2019.
What does the Peugeot 607 most often fail its MOT on?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.5% of tests, then suspension (10.7%).
How much does mileage affect 607 MOT results?
Fail rates run at 20.9% for cars in the 30-60k band and 26.3% for 150k+, a 5.4-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,890 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.