2009 Peugeot Bipper — MOT failures & pass rate
10,005 MOT tests on the 2009 Peugeot Bipper are in this dataset, and 71.4% of them passed. That is effectively the same as vans of a similar age (28.1% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (18.0%) and suspension (17.4%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are shock absorbers, position lamp and headlamp aim — shock absorbers alone was recorded 839 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2009 Bipper fails 26.1% of the time in the 0-30k band and 29.9% at 150k+, a spread of only 3.8 points.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 34.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 27.8% of tests failed in 2021 against 29.9% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 18.0% | 1,798 |
| 2 | Suspension | 17.4% | 1,738 |
| 3 | Visibility | 9.3% | 931 |
| 4 | Tyres | 7.8% | 780 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.2% | 615 |
| 6 | Brakes | 5.8% | 584 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shock absorbers | 839 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 780 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 671 |
| 4 | Washers | 657 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 580 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 577 |
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 | 34.9% | 3,495 |
| 2 | Tyres | 32.2% | 3,224 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 21.1% | 2,111 |
| 4 | Brakes | 20.3% | 2,029 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 17.5% | 1,748 |
| 6 | Visibility | 13.8% | 1,382 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 460 | 26.1% |
| 30-60k | 545 | 24.0% |
| 60-90k | 1,582 | 25.9% |
| 90-120k | 2,423 | 29.7% |
| 120-150k | 2,105 | 29.2% |
| 150k+ | 2,407 | 29.9% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 9,620 | 28.7% |
| Petrol | 385 | 25.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,446 | 27.8% |
| 2022 | 2,306 | 28.4% |
| 2023 | 2,068 | 28.7% |
| 2024 | 1,724 | 28.6% |
| 2025 | 1,461 | 29.9% |
What to check before buying a 2009 Bipper
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 18.0% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (18.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (17.4% 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.
- Visibility (9.3% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
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 Bippers pass their MOT?
71.4% of the 10,005 2009 Peugeot Bipper MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 Peugeot Bipper?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 18.0% of tests, followed by suspension (17.4%).
Does the 2009 Bipper get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 26.1% in the 0-30k band to 29.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 10,005 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.