Peugeot 301 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Peugeot 301. Check any 301 by registration number below.

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95.4%

Avg Pass Rate

+10.9%

vs Peugeot Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Peugeot 301 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Peugeot 301 has an average MOT pass rate of 95.4%, which is 10.9 percentage points above the Peugeot brand average of 84.5%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 301 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Typical mileage for the 301 is around 78,804 miles at 5 years. When evaluating a used 301, compare the odometer reading against these benchmarks. Significantly lower mileage than expected could indicate a clocked vehicle — run a free mileage check to verify.

Before buying a used Peugeot 301, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Peugeot 301 performs at MOT across different model years.

2019

Based on 207 vehicles

99.0%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 5yr

73k mi

2018

Based on 486 vehicles

95.1%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

2017

Based on 561 vehicles

93.2%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

2016

Based on 622 vehicles

96.0%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 10yr

102k mi

2015

Based on 906 vehicles

94.5%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 10yr

115k mi

2014

Based on 1,350 vehicles

95.1%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 3yr

111k mi

Mileage at 5yr

79k mi

Mileage at 10yr

107k mi

2013

Based on 2,497 vehicles

95.3%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 5yr

61k mi

Mileage at 10yr

113k mi

2012

Based on 399 vehicles

95.0%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 3yr

43k mi

Mileage at 5yr

64k mi

Typical Mileage — Peugeot 301

Average mileage readings recorded at MOT tests for the 2014 model year range. Use these benchmarks to evaluate a used 301.

At 3 Years

110,799

miles

At 5 Years

78,804

miles

At 10 Years

107,377

miles

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

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MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Peugeot 301

Peugeot 301 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Peugeot 301 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Peugeot 301?

The average MOT pass rate for the Peugeot 301 is 95.4% compared to the Peugeot average of 84.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Peugeot 301?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the Peugeot 301 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 95.4%, the Peugeot 301 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Peugeot 301?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Peugeot 301?

Typical mileage for the Peugeot 301: 72,978 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 301 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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