1999 Peugeot Boxer — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 8,071 MOT tests analysed for the 1999 Peugeot Boxer, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 72.5% was above the average for vans of a similar age (70.5%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 44.4% in the 150k+ group versus 19.7% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 16.2% | 1,310 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.9% | 884 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.7% | 860 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.6% | 778 |
| 5 | Visibility | 8.8% | 707 |
| 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 | 481 |
| 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 | 38.8% | 3,128 |
| 2 | Brakes | 32.2% | 2,596 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 19.9% | 1,609 |
| 4 | Tyres | 12.2% | 988 |
| 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 | 3,542 | 24.8% |
| 60-90k | 3,197 | 29.0% |
| 90-120k | 803 | 34.9% |
| 120-150k | 134 | 32.8% |
| 150k+ | 54 | 44.4% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 6,585 | 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 | 1,600 | 26.1% |
| 2024 | 1,554 | 26.8% |
| 2025 | 1,491 | 28.0% |
What to check before buying a 1999 Boxer
Before buying a 1999 Peugeot Boxer, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 16.2% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (16.2% 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 8,071 1999 Peugeot Boxer MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 1999 Peugeot Boxer?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 16.2% 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 8,071 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.