2009 Peugeot Partner — MOT failures & pass rate
28,429 MOT tests on the 2009 Peugeot Partner are in this dataset, and 72.1% of them passed. That is effectively the same as vans of a similar age (28.1% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.6% of tests against 12.7% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, stop lamp and joints — position lamp alone was recorded 2,296 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 15.0% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 29.8% once past 150k.
The petrol cars hold up better: 25.0% fail against 28.2% for diesel, a 3.2-point gap across 28,429 tests.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 29.7% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 26.3% of tests failed in 2021 against 29.2% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 20.6% | 5,865 |
| 2 | Suspension | 12.7% | 3,621 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.9% | 2,528 |
| 4 | Brakes | 8.0% | 2,286 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.2% | 1,748 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 6.1% | 1,738 |
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 | 2,296 |
| 2 | Stop lamp | 2,236 |
| 3 | Joints | 2,000 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 1,355 |
| 5 | Coil spring | 1,301 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 1,292 |
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 | 29.7% | 8,445 |
| 2 | Suspension | 26.5% | 7,528 |
| 3 | Brakes | 24.6% | 6,997 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 23.7% | 6,733 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 17.4% | 4,960 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.0% | 2,843 |
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 | 499 | 15.0% |
| 30-60k | 2,813 | 21.9% |
| 60-90k | 4,866 | 26.1% |
| 90-120k | 6,607 | 28.3% |
| 120-150k | 6,489 | 30.4% |
| 150k+ | 7,116 | 29.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 26,097 | 28.2% |
| Petrol | 2,332 | 25.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 6,548 | 26.3% |
| 2022 | 6,255 | 27.2% |
| 2023 | 5,783 | 28.4% |
| 2024 | 5,229 | 29.2% |
| 2025 | 4,614 | 29.2% |
What to check before buying a 2009 Partner
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 20.6% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (20.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (12.7% 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.
- Body, structure & corrosion (8.9% 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 2009 Peugeot Partners pass their MOT?
72.1% of the 28,429 2009 Peugeot Partner MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 Peugeot Partner?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.6% of tests, followed by suspension (12.7%).
Does the 2009 Partner get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 15.0% in the 0-30k band to 29.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 28,429 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.