2010 Peugeot Rcz — MOT failures & pass rate
10,077 MOT tests on the 2010 Peugeot Rcz are in this dataset, and 74.5% of them passed. That is 6.5 percentage points worse than coupes & convertibles of a similar age, which fail at 19.1%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and emissions & environmental.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (13.4%) and suspension (10.9%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, joints and headlamp aim — coil spring alone was recorded 852 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 15.3% in the 0-30k band and 29.3% in the 150k+ band, a 14.0-point spread.
Split by fuel, diesel examples fail 2.0pp more often than petrol ones (27.0% vs 25.0%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 28.4% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 24.4% of tests failed in 2021 against 28.2% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 13.4% | 1,351 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.9% | 1,096 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 7.8% | 788 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.8% | 684 |
| 5 | Tyres | 5.7% | 570 |
| 6 | Brakes | 4.7% | 475 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 852 |
| 2 | Joints | 693 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 616 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 463 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 442 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 441 |
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 | 28.4% | 2,860 |
| 2 | Brakes | 23.3% | 2,349 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 18.0% | 1,814 |
| 4 | Suspension | 17.2% | 1,736 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 12.3% | 1,239 |
| 6 | Other defects | 7.1% | 716 |
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 | 287 | 15.3% |
| 30-60k | 2,243 | 21.9% |
| 60-90k | 4,310 | 26.3% |
| 90-120k | 2,342 | 27.7% |
| 120-150k | 701 | 29.1% |
| 150k+ | 191 | 29.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 7,300 | 25.0% |
| Diesel | 2,777 | 27.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,234 | 24.4% |
| 2022 | 2,124 | 25.0% |
| 2023 | 2,049 | 25.4% |
| 2024 | 1,891 | 25.2% |
| 2025 | 1,779 | 28.2% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Rcz
On a 2010 Rcz, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 13.4% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (13.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (10.9% 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 (7.8% 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 2010 Peugeot Rczs pass their MOT?
74.5% of the 10,077 2010 Peugeot Rcz MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Peugeot Rcz?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 13.4% of tests, followed by suspension (10.9%).
Does the 2010 Rcz get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 15.3% in the 0-30k band to 29.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 10,077 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.