2000 Peugeot Boxer — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 8,505 MOT tests, the 2000 Peugeot Boxer recorded a 72.7% pass rate. Against vans of a similar age (29.6% fail rate), the 2000 Boxer comes out 2.3pp better. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 16.0% of all tests — 4.0 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, wipers and service brake performance — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 1,160 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 22.5% in the 0-30k band and 34.3% in the 150k+ band, a 11.8-point spread.
Split by fuel, petrol examples fail 5.2pp more often than diesel ones (31.7% vs 26.5%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 40.4% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 16.0% | 1,364 |
| 2 | Suspension | 12.0% | 1,021 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.1% | 861 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.9% | 757 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.7% | 656 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 2.3% | 197 |
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 | 1,160 |
| 2 | Wipers | 512 |
| 3 | Service brake performance | 510 |
| 4 | Rigid brake pipes | 461 |
| 5 | Chassis condition | 441 |
| 6 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 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 | 40.4% | 3,439 |
| 2 | Brakes | 33.7% | 2,866 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 18.6% | 1,581 |
| 4 | Tyres | 11.7% | 991 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 10.1% | 861 |
| 6 | Steering | 9.1% | 773 |
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 | 462 | 22.5% |
| 30-60k | 4,060 | 24.9% |
| 60-90k | 3,047 | 29.3% |
| 90-120k | 731 | 33.2% |
| 120-150k | 159 | 34.6% |
| 150k+ | 35 | 34.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 7,060 | 26.5% |
| Petrol | 1,445 | 31.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,801 | 27.7% |
| 2022 | 1,739 | 26.6% |
| 2023 | 1,718 | 27.1% |
| 2024 | 1,633 | 27.4% |
| 2025 | 1,614 | 28.0% |
What to check before buying a 2000 Boxer
On a 2000 Boxer, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 16.0% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (16.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (12.0% 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 (10.1% 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 2000 Peugeot Boxers pass their MOT?
72.7% of the 8,505 2000 Peugeot Boxer MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 Peugeot Boxer?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 16.0% of tests, followed by suspension (12.0%).
Does the 2000 Boxer get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 22.5% in the 0-30k band to 34.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 8,505 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.