2016 Peugeot E7 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,145 MOT tests analysed for the 2016 Peugeot E7, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 74.8% was below the average for cars of a similar age (85.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 26.8% in the 150k+ group versus 14.9% in the 60-90k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 13.5% | 289 |
| 2 | Suspension | 11.0% | 236 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.9% | 190 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 8.2% | 176 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.8% | 146 |
| 6 | Tyres | 3.6% | 78 |
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 | 132 |
| 2 | Rbt (sp) | 120 |
| 3 | Joints | 109 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 99 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 95 |
| 6 | Coil spring | 88 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 13.0% | 279 |
| 2 | Tyres | 12.6% | 271 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 10.8% | 232 |
| 4 | Suspension | 10.4% | 223 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 7.5% | 162 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.3% | 156 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 94 | 14.9% |
| 90-120k | 167 | 19.8% |
| 120-150k | 246 | 22.8% |
| 150k+ | 1,614 | 26.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 382 | 22.0% |
| 2022 | 403 | 25.3% |
| 2023 | 440 | 27.3% |
| 2024 | 430 | 24.9% |
| 2025 | 490 | 25.9% |
What to check before buying a 2016 E7
Before buying a 2016 Peugeot E7, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 13.5% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (13.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (11.0% 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 (8.9% 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 2016 Peugeot E7s pass their MOT?
74.8% of the 2,145 2016 Peugeot E7 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2016 Peugeot E7?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 13.5% of tests, followed by suspension (11.0%).
Does the 2016 E7 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.9% in the 60-90k band to 26.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,145 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.