2013 Peugeot Premier — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 731 MOT tests, the 2013 Peugeot Premier recorded a 70.7% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 19.6% of the time, so this is 9.7pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and emissions & environmental.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 20.7% of all tests — 7.8 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, stop lamp and headlamp aim — position lamp alone was recorded 58 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2013 Premier fails 30.0% of the time in the 90-120k band and 29.8% at 150k+, a spread of only 0.2 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 20.3% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 20.7% | 151 |
| 2 | Suspension | 12.9% | 94 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 10.0% | 73 |
| 4 | Brakes | 9.3% | 68 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.2% | 60 |
| 6 | Visibility | 4.8% | 35 |
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 | 58 |
| 2 | Stop lamp | 53 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 53 |
| 4 | On or after 01/07/2008 | 45 |
| 5 | Joints | 35 |
| 6 | Coil spring | 34 |
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 | 20.3% | 148 |
| 2 | Suspension | 17.6% | 129 |
| 3 | Brakes | 17.6% | 129 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 13.4% | 98 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 12.3% | 90 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.9% | 80 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 90-120k | 30 | 30.0% |
| 120-150k | 56 | 28.6% |
| 150k+ | 610 | 29.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 176 | 26.1% |
| 2022 | 186 | 32.3% |
| 2023 | 152 | 32.2% |
| 2024 | 131 | 28.2% |
| 2025 | 86 | 25.6% |
What to check before buying a 2013 Premier
On a 2013 Premier, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 20.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (20.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (12.9% 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.
- Emissions & environmental (10.0% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
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 2013 Peugeot Premiers pass their MOT?
70.7% of the 731 2013 Peugeot Premier MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Peugeot Premier?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.7% of tests, followed by suspension (12.9%).
Does the 2013 Premier get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 30.0% in the 90-120k band to 29.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 731 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.