2011 Peugeot Partner — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 49,535 MOT tests, the 2011 Peugeot Partner recorded a 73.3% pass rate. Vans of a similar age fail at 26.6%, so the 2011 Partner sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 21.3% of all tests — 8.0 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, stop lamp and joints — position lamp alone was recorded 4,872 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 19.5% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 28.3% once past 150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 28.5% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 25.4% of tests failed in 2021 against 27.8% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 21.3% | 10,574 |
| 2 | Suspension | 13.3% | 6,591 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.5% | 3,694 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.1% | 3,506 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.0% | 2,974 |
| 6 | Tyres | 5.7% | 2,829 |
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 | 4,872 |
| 2 | Stop lamp | 4,007 |
| 3 | Joints | 3,045 |
| 4 | Coil spring | 3,038 |
| 5 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 2,487 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 2,467 |
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 | 28.5% | 14,100 |
| 2 | Suspension | 25.4% | 12,559 |
| 3 | Brakes | 22.8% | 11,290 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 17.6% | 8,742 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 11.4% | 5,637 |
| 6 | Visibility | 8.5% | 4,224 |
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 | 728 | 19.5% |
| 30-60k | 3,559 | 21.4% |
| 60-90k | 8,130 | 24.5% |
| 90-120k | 11,484 | 26.9% |
| 120-150k | 11,066 | 28.3% |
| 150k+ | 14,482 | 28.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 49,065 | 26.8% |
| Petrol | 437 | 21.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 11,051 | 25.4% |
| 2022 | 10,678 | 26.1% |
| 2023 | 10,139 | 27.2% |
| 2024 | 9,361 | 27.7% |
| 2025 | 8,306 | 27.8% |
What to check before buying a 2011 Partner
On a 2011 Partner, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 21.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (21.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (13.3% 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 (7.5% 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 2011 Peugeot Partners pass their MOT?
73.3% of the 49,535 2011 Peugeot Partner MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2011 Peugeot Partner?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 21.3% of tests, followed by suspension (13.3%).
Does the 2011 Partner get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 19.5% in the 0-30k band to 28.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 49,535 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.