2006 Peugeot Partner — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 17,279 MOT tests analysed for the 2006 Peugeot Partner, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 70.9% was in line with the average for vans of a similar age (70.5%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 31.2% in the 150k+ group versus 24.3% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 18.8% | 3,255 |
| 2 | Suspension | 14.6% | 2,532 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.4% | 1,805 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.8% | 1,521 |
| 5 | Tyres | 6.5% | 1,129 |
| 6 | Visibility | 6.3% | 1,082 |
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 | 1,249 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 1,192 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 856 |
| 4 | Ball joint | 839 |
| 5 | Wipers | 816 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 803 |
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 | 30.6% | 5,279 |
| 2 | Tyres | 29.9% | 5,171 |
| 3 | Suspension | 25.2% | 4,358 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 23.6% | 4,085 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 16.9% | 2,911 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.2% | 2,283 |
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 | 115 | 24.3% |
| 30-60k | 991 | 20.1% |
| 60-90k | 2,701 | 26.4% |
| 90-120k | 4,979 | 29.2% |
| 120-150k | 4,468 | 30.7% |
| 150k+ | 3,987 | 31.2% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 16,988 | 29.1% |
| Petrol | 291 | 25.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,693 | 29.5% |
| 2022 | 4,100 | 29.1% |
| 2023 | 3,467 | 28.6% |
| 2024 | 2,770 | 29.1% |
| 2025 | 2,249 | 28.6% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Partner
Before buying a 2006 Peugeot Partner, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 18.8% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (18.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (14.6% 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 (10.4% 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 2006 Peugeot Partners pass their MOT?
70.9% of the 17,279 2006 Peugeot Partner MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Peugeot Partner?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 18.8% of tests, followed by suspension (14.6%).
Does the 2006 Partner get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 24.3% in the 0-30k band to 31.2% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 17,279 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.