2005 Peugeot Partner — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 13,352 MOT tests analysed for the 2005 Peugeot Partner, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 69.9% was in line with the average for vans of a similar age (70.3%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 34.0% in the 150k+ group versus 21.3% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.6% | 2,617 |
| 2 | Suspension | 15.4% | 2,053 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.5% | 1,541 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.2% | 1,233 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.0% | 930 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 6.5% | 871 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stop lamp | 957 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 874 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 715 |
| 4 | Rigid brake pipes | 683 |
| 5 | Wipers | 676 |
| 6 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 634 |
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 | 31.9% | 4,256 |
| 2 | Tyres | 31.4% | 4,187 |
| 3 | Suspension | 29.0% | 3,874 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 24.8% | 3,314 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 17.2% | 2,298 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.8% | 1,838 |
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 | 127 | 21.3% |
| 30-60k | 901 | 19.0% |
| 60-90k | 2,132 | 26.2% |
| 90-120k | 3,707 | 30.1% |
| 120-150k | 3,365 | 32.3% |
| 150k+ | 3,100 | 34.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 12,552 | 30.5% |
| Petrol | 800 | 24.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,734 | 30.2% |
| 2022 | 3,143 | 30.1% |
| 2023 | 2,699 | 30.1% |
| 2024 | 2,152 | 30.9% |
| 2025 | 1,624 | 29.1% |
What to check before buying a 2005 Partner
Before buying a 2005 Peugeot Partner, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 19.6% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (19.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (15.4% 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 (11.5% 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 2005 Peugeot Partners pass their MOT?
69.9% of the 13,352 2005 Peugeot Partner MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2005 Peugeot Partner?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.6% of tests, followed by suspension (15.4%).
Does the 2005 Partner get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 21.3% in the 0-30k band to 34.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 13,352 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.