1999 Peugeot Boxer — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 8,079 MOT tests, the 1999 Peugeot Boxer recorded a 72.5% pass rate. Vans of a similar age fail 29.6% of the time, so this is 2.0pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 16.3% of all tests — 5.3 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, chassis condition and wipers — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 973 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 19.7% in the 0-30k band and 44.4% in the 150k+ band, a 24.7-point spread — more than double.
Split by fuel, petrol examples fail 3.3pp more often than diesel ones (30.3% vs 26.9%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 38.7% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 16.3% | 1,313 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.9% | 885 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.7% | 861 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.6% | 779 |
| 5 | Visibility | 8.8% | 709 |
| 6 | Tyres | 2.6% | 209 |
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 | 973 |
| 2 | Chassis condition | 492 |
| 3 | Wipers | 483 |
| 4 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 461 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 445 |
| 6 | Rigid brake pipes | 440 |
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 | 38.7% | 3,130 |
| 2 | Brakes | 32.2% | 2,598 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 19.9% | 1,611 |
| 4 | Tyres | 12.3% | 991 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 10.7% | 861 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 10.0% | 810 |
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 | 340 | 19.7% |
| 30-60k | 3,546 | 24.8% |
| 60-90k | 3,197 | 29.0% |
| 90-120k | 807 | 34.9% |
| 120-150k | 134 | 32.8% |
| 150k+ | 54 | 44.4% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 6,593 | 26.9% |
| Petrol | 1,486 | 30.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,736 | 28.6% |
| 2022 | 1,690 | 28.1% |
| 2023 | 1,602 | 26.1% |
| 2024 | 1,557 | 26.8% |
| 2025 | 1,494 | 28.1% |
What to check before buying a 1999 Boxer
On a 1999 Boxer, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 16.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (16.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (10.9% 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 (10.7% 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 1999 Peugeot Boxers pass their MOT?
72.5% of the 8,079 1999 Peugeot Boxer MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 1999 Peugeot Boxer?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 16.3% of tests, followed by suspension (10.9%).
Does the 1999 Boxer get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 19.7% in the 0-30k band to 44.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 8,079 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.