2014 Peugeot Independence — MOT failures & pass rate
2,538 MOT tests on the 2014 Peugeot Independence are in this dataset, and 79.0% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (18.2% fail rate), the 2014 Independence comes out 2.8pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, body, structure & corrosion and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.7% of tests against 9.4% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, joints and headlamp aim — position lamp alone was recorded 148 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 16.4% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 29.4% once past 150k.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 22.0% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 18.2% of tests failed in 2021 against 22.6% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.7% | 323 |
| 2 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.4% | 238 |
| 3 | Brakes | 5.2% | 133 |
| 4 | Suspension | 5.1% | 129 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.3% | 109 |
| 6 | Tyres | 4.1% | 103 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 148 |
| 2 | Joints | 141 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 112 |
| 4 | Exhaust system | 110 |
| 5 | Ball joint | 70 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 67 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 22.0% | 558 |
| 2 | Brakes | 21.5% | 546 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 12.0% | 304 |
| 4 | Suspension | 7.0% | 177 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 5.8% | 146 |
| 6 | Other defects | 5.3% | 134 |
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 | 335 | 16.4% |
| 30-60k | 925 | 16.9% |
| 60-90k | 637 | 24.0% |
| 90-120k | 272 | 24.3% |
| 120-150k | 100 | 25.0% |
| 150k+ | 269 | 29.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 522 | 18.2% |
| 2022 | 526 | 20.5% |
| 2023 | 525 | 22.9% |
| 2024 | 487 | 21.1% |
| 2025 | 478 | 22.6% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Independence
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 12.7% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (12.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (9.4% 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+.
- Brakes (5.2% 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 Independences pass their MOT?
79.0% of the 2,538 2014 Peugeot Independence MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 21.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Peugeot Independence?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.7% of tests, followed by body, structure & corrosion (9.4%).
Does the 2014 Independence get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 16.4% in the 0-30k band to 29.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,538 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.