1994 Peugeot Boxer — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 380 MOT tests, the 1994 Peugeot Boxer recorded a 64.7% pass rate. Against vans of a similar age (30.1% fail rate), the 1994 Boxer comes out 5.2pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.8% of tests against 15.8% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, wipers and rigid brake pipes — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 62 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 38.6% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 32.8% once past 90-120k.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 37.1% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 29.1% of tests failed in 2021 against 40.0% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 20.8% | 79 |
| 2 | Suspension | 15.8% | 60 |
| 3 | Brakes | 14.0% | 53 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.2% | 50 |
| 5 | Visibility | 12.9% | 49 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 5.5% | 21 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 62 |
| 2 | Wipers | 42 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 29 |
| 4 | Service brake performance | 28 |
| 5 | Chassis condition | 27 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 26 |
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 | 37.1% | 141 |
| 2 | Brakes | 30.3% | 115 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 21.6% | 82 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 14.7% | 56 |
| 5 | Tyres | 14.7% | 56 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 13.7% | 52 |
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 | 88 | 38.6% |
| 60-90k | 155 | 36.1% |
| 90-120k | 122 | 32.8% |
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 322 | 34.2% |
| Petrol | 58 | 41.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 79 | 29.1% |
| 2022 | 86 | 34.9% |
| 2023 | 79 | 34.2% |
| 2024 | 71 | 39.4% |
| 2025 | 65 | 40.0% |
What to check before buying a 1994 Boxer
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 20.8% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (20.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (15.8% 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.
- Brakes (14.0% 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 1994 Peugeot Boxers pass their MOT?
64.7% of the 380 1994 Peugeot Boxer MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 35.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 1994 Peugeot Boxer?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.8% of tests, followed by suspension (15.8%).
Does the 1994 Boxer get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 38.6% in the 30-60k band to 32.8% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 380 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.