2013 Peugeot Rcz — MOT failures & pass rate
13,207 MOT tests on the 2013 Peugeot Rcz are in this dataset, and 78.3% of them passed. Coupes & convertibles of a similar age fail 14.6% of the time, so this is 7.1pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (12.2%) and suspension (9.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, headlamp aim and headlamp — coil spring alone was recorded 1,110 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 11.7% in the 0-30k band and 30.3% in the 150k+ band, a 18.6-point spread — more than double.
Fuel type barely separates them — diesel fails 21.6% of the time against 21.8% for petrol.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 28.2% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 19.3% of tests failed in 2021 against 23.5% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.2% | 1,608 |
| 2 | Suspension | 9.6% | 1,261 |
| 3 | Tyres | 5.3% | 703 |
| 4 | Brakes | 3.9% | 514 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 3.3% | 430 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.3% | 430 |
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 | 1,110 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 786 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 581 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 554 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 463 |
| 6 | Joints | 420 |
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 | 28.2% | 3,729 |
| 2 | Brakes | 22.4% | 2,961 |
| 3 | Suspension | 10.6% | 1,399 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 8.1% | 1,065 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 6.8% | 891 |
| 6 | Other defects | 5.5% | 726 |
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 | 737 | 11.7% |
| 30-60k | 5,300 | 19.4% |
| 60-90k | 4,926 | 23.4% |
| 90-120k | 1,723 | 26.5% |
| 120-150k | 369 | 28.2% |
| 150k+ | 152 | 30.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 7,410 | 21.8% |
| Diesel | 5,797 | 21.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,663 | 19.3% |
| 2022 | 2,697 | 20.8% |
| 2023 | 2,717 | 22.6% |
| 2024 | 2,607 | 22.5% |
| 2025 | 2,523 | 23.5% |
What to check before buying a 2013 Rcz
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 12.2% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (12.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (9.6% 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.
- Tyres (5.3% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
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 Rczs pass their MOT?
78.3% of the 13,207 2013 Peugeot Rcz MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 21.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Peugeot Rcz?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.2% of tests, followed by suspension (9.6%).
Does the 2013 Rcz get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.7% in the 0-30k band to 30.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 13,207 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.