2005 Peugeot 807 — MOT failures & pass rate
908 MOT tests on the 2005 Peugeot 807 are in this dataset, and 67.7% of them passed. That is 2.3 percentage points worse than MPVs of a similar age, which fail at 30.0%. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — suspension (18.8%) and lighting & signalling (18.2%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, component mounting prescribed areas and rbt (sp) — headlamp aim alone was recorded 69 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 29.6% versus 21.9%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 38.2% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 32.7% of tests failed in 2021 against 35.9% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 18.8% | 171 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 18.2% | 165 |
| 3 | Brakes | 13.3% | 121 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 11.6% | 105 |
| 5 | Visibility | 8.2% | 74 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 5.6% | 51 |
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 | 69 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 69 |
| 3 | Rbt (sp) | 69 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 57 |
| 5 | Washers | 56 |
| 6 | Coil spring | 50 |
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 | 38.2% | 347 |
| 2 | Tyres | 32.3% | 293 |
| 3 | Suspension | 30.8% | 280 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 25.8% | 234 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 16.4% | 149 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 16.3% | 148 |
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 | 32 | 21.9% |
| 60-90k | 111 | 26.1% |
| 90-120k | 313 | 33.9% |
| 120-150k | 268 | 36.2% |
| 150k+ | 179 | 29.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 813 | 32.5% |
| Petrol | 95 | 30.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 336 | 32.7% |
| 2022 | 222 | 30.6% |
| 2023 | 167 | 31.7% |
| 2024 | 105 | 32.4% |
| 2025 | 78 | 35.9% |
What to check before buying a 2005 807
On a 2005 807, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 18.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (18.8% 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 (18.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (13.3% 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 2005 Peugeot 807s pass their MOT?
67.7% of the 908 2005 Peugeot 807 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 32.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2005 Peugeot 807?
Suspension, recorded in 18.8% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (18.2%).
Does the 2005 807 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 21.9% in the 30-60k band to 29.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 908 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.