2001 Peugeot Expert — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,272 MOT tests, the 2001 Peugeot Expert recorded a 68.2% pass rate. Vans of a similar age fail 29.8% of the time, so this is 2.0pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: suspension, recorded in 18.7% of tests against 15.3% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, wipers and exhaust system — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 233 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2001 Expert fails 33.7% of the time in the 0-30k band and 30.2% at 150k+, a spread of only 3.5 points.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 39.3% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 18.7% | 238 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 15.3% | 194 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.7% | 174 |
| 4 | Brakes | 10.4% | 132 |
| 5 | Visibility | 8.3% | 105 |
| 6 | Steering | 6.4% | 81 |
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 | 233 |
| 2 | Wipers | 89 |
| 3 | Exhaust system | 78 |
| 4 | Service brake performance | 67 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 66 |
| 6 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 66 |
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 | 39.3% | 500 |
| 2 | Brakes | 33.7% | 429 |
| 3 | Tyres | 27.4% | 349 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 26.0% | 331 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 20.7% | 263 |
| 6 | Other defects | 20.0% | 254 |
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 | 175 | 33.7% |
| 30-60k | 38 | 31.6% |
| 60-90k | 96 | 26.0% |
| 90-120k | 102 | 26.5% |
| 120-150k | 117 | 32.5% |
| 150k+ | 202 | 30.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 402 | 31.1% |
| 2022 | 326 | 32.5% |
| 2023 | 245 | 31.8% |
| 2024 | 174 | 33.9% |
| 2025 | 125 | 29.6% |
What to check before buying a 2001 Expert
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: suspension accounted for 18.7% of tests. Start there.
- Suspension (18.7% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (15.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (13.7% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
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 2001 Peugeot Experts pass their MOT?
68.2% of the 1,272 2001 Peugeot Expert MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2001 Peugeot Expert?
Suspension, recorded in 18.7% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (15.3%).
Does the 2001 Expert get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 33.7% in the 0-30k band to 30.2% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,272 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.