2013 Peugeot Eurotaxi — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 465 MOT tests analysed for the 2013 Peugeot Eurotaxi, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 70.5% was below the average for cars of a similar age (80.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 16.1% | 75 |
| 2 | Suspension | 15.0% | 70 |
| 3 | Brakes | 12.7% | 59 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 9.9% | 46 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.0% | 42 |
| 6 | Visibility | 4.5% | 21 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rbt (sp) | 32 |
| 2 | Joints | 31 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 29 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 28 |
| 5 | On or after 01/07/2008 | 27 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 25 |
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 | 16.8% | 78 |
| 2 | Tyres | 15.7% | 73 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 13.1% | 61 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 12.3% | 57 |
| 5 | Suspension | 11.6% | 54 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 11.0% | 51 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 150k+ | 412 | 29.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 80 | 26.3% |
| 2022 | 90 | 27.8% |
| 2023 | 96 | 29.2% |
| 2024 | 104 | 30.8% |
| 2025 | 95 | 32.6% |
What to check before buying a 2013 Eurotaxi
Before buying a 2013 Peugeot Eurotaxi, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 16.1% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (16.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (15.0% 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 (12.7% 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 2013 Peugeot Eurotaxis pass their MOT?
70.5% of the 465 2013 Peugeot Eurotaxi MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Peugeot Eurotaxi?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 16.1% of tests, followed by suspension (15.0%).
Methodology & source. Based on 465 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.