Peugeot 306 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Peugeot 306. Check any 306 by registration number below.

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86.7%

Avg Pass Rate

+2.2%

vs Peugeot Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Peugeot 306 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Peugeot 306 has an average MOT pass rate of 86.7%, which is 2.2 percentage points above the Peugeot brand average of 84.5%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 306 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Peugeot 306 fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a brake hose ferrule excessively corroded. If you are preparing your 306 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Typical mileage for the 306 is around 172,906 miles at 5 years. When evaluating a used 306, 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 306, 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 306 performs at MOT across different model years.

2011

Based on 56 vehicles

91.1%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

2010

Based on 101 vehicles

92.1%Excellent

Based on 1,077 vehicles

86.9%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 5yr

158k mi

Mileage at 10yr

Based on 23,940 vehicles

88.1%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.4%

Retest Rate

29.9%

1996

Based on 15,859 vehicles

87.2%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

23.2%

1995

Based on 12,220 vehicles

86.0%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

28.9%

1994

Based on 7,664 vehicles

85.7%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

23.7%

1993

Based on 5,688 vehicles

86.1%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.9%

Retest Rate

21.6%

1992

Based on 2,254 vehicles

85.6%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

0

Based on 6,421 vehicles

71.9%Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 5yr

109k mi

Top MOT Failures — Peugeot 306

The most common reasons a Peugeot 306 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

5.3%

A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

4.4%

A brake hose ferrule excessively corroded

4.0%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

3.5%

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

3.2%

Peugeot 306 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Typical Mileage — Peugeot 306

Average mileage readings recorded at MOT tests for the 2008 model year range. Use these benchmarks to evaluate a used 306.

At 3 Years

154,265

miles

At 5 Years

172,906

miles

At 10 Years

200,450

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 306

Peugeot 306 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Peugeot 306 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Peugeot 306?

The average MOT pass rate for the Peugeot 306 is 86.7% 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 306?

The most common MOT failures on the Peugeot 306 are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (5.3%), A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4%), A brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (4.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Peugeot 306 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 86.7%, the Peugeot 306 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 306?

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 306?

Typical mileage for the Peugeot 306: 164,072 miles at 3 years, 180,840 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 306 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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