2015 Peugeot Rcz — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 6,411 MOT tests, the 2015 Peugeot Rcz recorded an 84.3% pass rate. Coupes & convertibles of a similar age fail 11.9% of the time, so this is 3.8pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, tyres and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 8.3% of tests against 4.6% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, headlamp and joints — headlamp aim alone was recorded 294 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 9.8% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 14.0% once past 120-150k.
Fuel type barely separates them — petrol fails 15.3% of the time against 16.5% for diesel.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 26.0% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 12.5% of tests failed in 2021 against 19.4% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 8.3% | 532 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.6% | 295 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.6% | 233 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.2% | 207 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.9% | 185 |
| 6 | Brakes | 2.8% | 178 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 294 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 230 |
| 3 | Joints | 230 |
| 4 | Wipers | 186 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 160 |
| 6 | Coil spring | 118 |
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 | 26.0% | 1,669 |
| 2 | Brakes | 20.0% | 1,279 |
| 3 | Suspension | 5.6% | 358 |
| 4 | Other defects | 5.1% | 327 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 3.3% | 213 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.8% | 176 |
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 | 1,229 | 9.8% |
| 30-60k | 3,512 | 15.6% |
| 60-90k | 1,347 | 19.4% |
| 90-120k | 267 | 27.7% |
| 120-150k | 50 | 14.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 4,108 | 15.3% |
| Diesel | 2,303 | 16.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,261 | 12.5% |
| 2022 | 1,285 | 14.3% |
| 2023 | 1,297 | 15.7% |
| 2024 | 1,268 | 16.8% |
| 2025 | 1,300 | 19.4% |
What to check before buying a 2015 Rcz
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 8.3% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (8.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (4.6% 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.
- Body, structure & corrosion (3.6% 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 2015 Peugeot Rczs pass their MOT?
84.3% of the 6,411 2015 Peugeot Rcz MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 15.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2015 Peugeot Rcz?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 8.3% of tests, followed by tyres (4.6%).
Does the 2015 Rcz get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.8% in the 0-30k band to 14.0% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 6,411 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.