2005 Peugeot 607 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 276 MOT tests, the 2005 Peugeot 607 recorded a 79.0% pass rate. That is 6.6 percentage points better than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 27.6%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (10.1%) and suspension (8.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, linkage ball joint dust cover and tread depth — headlamp aim alone was recorded 10 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 18.6% of 60-90k cars fail, rising to 23.5% once past 150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 35.5% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 10.1% | 28 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.3% | 23 |
| 3 | Tyres | 6.2% | 17 |
| 4 | Brakes | 5.1% | 14 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.0% | 11 |
| 6 | Visibility | 2.9% | 8 |
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 | 10 |
| 2 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 9 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 9 |
| 4 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 7 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 6 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 6 |
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 | 35.5% | 98 |
| 2 | Brakes | 31.5% | 87 |
| 3 | Tyres | 21.7% | 60 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 14.9% | 41 |
| 5 | Visibility | 10.5% | 29 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 10.5% | 29 |
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 | 43 | 18.6% |
| 90-120k | 63 | 22.2% |
| 120-150k | 81 | 19.8% |
| 150k+ | 81 | 23.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 223 | 20.6% |
| Petrol | 53 | 22.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 86 | 19.8% |
| 2022 | 70 | 27.1% |
| 2023 | 55 | 20.0% |
| 2024 | 37 | 18.9% |
What to check before buying a 2005 607
On a 2005 607, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 10.1% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (10.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (8.3% 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.
- Tyres (6.2% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
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 2005 Peugeot 607s pass their MOT?
79.0% of the 276 2005 Peugeot 607 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 21.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2005 Peugeot 607?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 10.1% of tests, followed by suspension (8.3%).
Does the 2005 607 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 18.6% in the 60-90k band to 23.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 276 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.