2014 Peugeot E7 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,405 MOT tests, the 2014 Peugeot E7 recorded a 73.7% pass rate. That is 7.9 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 18.3%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.6% of tests against 11.3% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are on or after 01/01/2014, position lamp and rbt (sp) — on or after 01/01/2014 alone was recorded 90 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2014 E7 fails 25.8% of the time in the 90-120k band and 26.6% at 150k+, a spread of only 0.8 points.
Emissions & environmental is the most common advisory, noted on 15.2% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.6% | 205 |
| 2 | Suspension | 11.3% | 159 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.0% | 141 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 8.5% | 119 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.4% | 104 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.4% | 48 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | On or after 01/01/2014 | 90 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 81 |
| 3 | Rbt (sp) | 80 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 77 |
| 5 | Joints | 74 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 72 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emissions & environmental | 15.2% | 214 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.0% | 211 |
| 3 | Tyres | 14.2% | 199 |
| 4 | Suspension | 12.0% | 169 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.5% | 147 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 9.0% | 127 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 90-120k | 31 | 25.8% |
| 120-150k | 71 | 25.4% |
| 150k+ | 1,272 | 26.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 277 | 25.6% |
| 2022 | 272 | 25.7% |
| 2023 | 297 | 31.0% |
| 2024 | 274 | 24.4% |
| 2025 | 285 | 24.2% |
What to check before buying a 2014 E7
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 14.6% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (14.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (11.3% 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 (10.0% 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 2014 Peugeot E7s pass their MOT?
73.7% of the 1,405 2014 Peugeot E7 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Peugeot E7?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.6% of tests, followed by suspension (11.3%).
Does the 2014 E7 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 25.8% in the 90-120k band to 26.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,405 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.