2009 Peugeot 807 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,080 MOT tests analysed for the 2009 Peugeot 807, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 66.5% was below the average for cars of a similar age (76.1%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 31.9% in the 150k+ group versus 25.5% in the 30-60k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 18.6% | 201 |
| 2 | Brakes | 17.2% | 186 |
| 3 | Suspension | 17.2% | 186 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.2% | 143 |
| 5 | Tyres | 6.0% | 65 |
| 6 | Visibility | 5.9% | 64 |
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) | 120 |
| 2 | Joints | 96 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 86 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 80 |
| 5 | Ball joint | 69 |
| 6 | Coil spring | 57 |
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 | 32.3% | 349 |
| 2 | Tyres | 31.8% | 343 |
| 3 | Suspension | 25.6% | 276 |
| 4 | Other defects | 20.0% | 216 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 17.0% | 184 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 16.6% | 179 |
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 | 51 | 25.5% |
| 60-90k | 236 | 31.8% |
| 90-120k | 355 | 34.9% |
| 120-150k | 263 | 36.5% |
| 150k+ | 169 | 31.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 264 | 30.7% |
| 2022 | 268 | 33.6% |
| 2023 | 225 | 32.9% |
| 2024 | 175 | 34.3% |
| 2025 | 148 | 38.5% |
What to check before buying a 2009 807
Before buying a 2009 Peugeot 807, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 18.6% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (18.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (17.2% 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.
- Suspension (17.2% 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.
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 2009 Peugeot 807s pass their MOT?
66.5% of the 1,080 2009 Peugeot 807 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 33.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 Peugeot 807?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 18.6% of tests, followed by brakes (17.2%).
Does the 2009 807 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 25.5% in the 30-60k band to 31.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,080 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.