2006 Peugeot 807 — MOT failures & pass rate
1,821 MOT tests on the 2006 Peugeot 807 are in this dataset, and 67.3% of them passed. That is 3.1 percentage points worse than MPVs of a similar age, which fail at 29.6%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.2% of tests against 16.0% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are rbt (sp), position lamp and stop lamp — rbt (sp) alone was recorded 174 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2006 807 fails 28.8% of the time in the 30-60k band and 32.5% at 150k+, a spread of only 3.7 points.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 31.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 20.2% | 368 |
| 2 | Suspension | 16.0% | 292 |
| 3 | Brakes | 15.0% | 274 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 11.4% | 208 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.8% | 124 |
| 6 | Tyres | 5.2% | 95 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rbt (sp) | 174 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 154 |
| 3 | Stop lamp | 146 |
| 4 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 135 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 105 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 90 |
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 | 31.9% | 581 |
| 2 | Tyres | 31.1% | 566 |
| 3 | Suspension | 28.8% | 524 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 21.6% | 394 |
| 5 | Other defects | 20.3% | 370 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 18.2% | 332 |
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 | 59 | 28.8% |
| 60-90k | 291 | 32.3% |
| 90-120k | 537 | 31.5% |
| 120-150k | 554 | 34.7% |
| 150k+ | 366 | 32.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 1,624 | 32.6% |
| Petrol | 197 | 33.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 614 | 33.1% |
| 2022 | 462 | 32.0% |
| 2023 | 345 | 33.6% |
| 2024 | 231 | 31.6% |
| 2025 | 169 | 32.5% |
What to check before buying a 2006 807
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 20.2% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (20.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (16.0% 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 (15.0% 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 2006 Peugeot 807s pass their MOT?
67.3% of the 1,821 2006 Peugeot 807 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 32.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Peugeot 807?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.2% of tests, followed by suspension (16.0%).
Does the 2006 807 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 28.8% in the 30-60k band to 32.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,821 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.