Peugeot 307 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Peugeot 307. Check any 307 by registration number below.

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75.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-8.8%

vs Peugeot Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Peugeot 307 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Peugeot 307 has an average MOT pass rate of 75.7%, which is 8.8 percentage points below the Peugeot brand average of 84.5%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 307 on the road.

The most common reasons a Peugeot 307 fails its MOT are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. If you are preparing your 307 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.

Before buying a used Peugeot 307, 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 307 performs at MOT across different model years.

2012

Based on 96 vehicles

90.6%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

2011

Based on 131 vehicles

91.6%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

2010

Based on 263 vehicles

93.2%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

35.0%

2009

Based on 917 vehicles

61.0%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.1%

Retest Rate

37.0%

2008

Based on 5,261 vehicles

59.7%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.5%

Retest Rate

36.5%

2007

Based on 21,385 vehicles

57.8%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.1%

Retest Rate

36.0%

2006

Based on 19,885 vehicles

57.9%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.1%

Retest Rate

36.6%

2005

Based on 13,005 vehicles

56.2%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.4%

Retest Rate

37.9%

2004

Based on 10,149 vehicles

56.6%Below Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.1%

Retest Rate

34.5%

2003

Based on 44,607 vehicles

92.6%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.1%

Retest Rate

34.3%

Mileage at 5yr

110k mi

Mileage at 10yr

158k mi

2002

Based on 39,372 vehicles

92.0%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.4%

Retest Rate

36.1%

Mileage at 10yr

147k mi

2001

Based on 15,313 vehicles

91.7%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

4.6%

Retest Rate

31.4%

Mileage at 10yr

136k mi

2000

Based on 501 vehicles

90.8%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 10yr

135k mi

0

Based on 53,568 vehicles

68.6%Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 5yr

103k mi

Top MOT Failures — Peugeot 307

The most common reasons a Peugeot 307 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

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

4.9%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

3.4%

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

3.3%

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

3.1%

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

2.9%

Peugeot 307 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Other Peugeot Models

Compare MOT reliability across Peugeot models.

Peugeot Boxer 335 S L2h1 Bluehdi

75.6% pass rate

Peugeot 2008 Gt Premium Puretech S/s A

94.1% pass rate

Peugeot 208 Allure Ev

92.7% pass rate

Peugeot 406

89.6% pass rate

Peugeot 5008

82.9% pass rate

Peugeot Campervan

83.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

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Advisory vs Failure

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See detailed fault analysis for Peugeot 307

Peugeot 307 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Peugeot 307 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Peugeot 307?

The average MOT pass rate for the Peugeot 307 is 75.7% 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 307?

The most common MOT failures on the Peugeot 307 are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.9%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (3.4%), A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (3.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Peugeot 307 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 75.7%, the Peugeot 307 is rated as "Good" 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 307?

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 307?

Typical mileage for the Peugeot 307: 109,710 miles at 5 years, 157,634 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 307 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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