City car · 2005–2012 cars
Peugeot 1007 reliability
The Peugeot 1007 fails 41% of first MOT tests, 11% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, based on 8,222 DVSA MOT tests from 2022 to 2024.
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- first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%)
- 41%
- first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 11% more
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024
- 8,222
- MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024
- typical miles a year, from MOT readings
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- typical miles a year, from MOT readings
MOT fail rate by age
How the Peugeot 1007 ages
Each point is the share of Peugeot 1007s of that age that failed their MOT first time, against all cars of the same age.
| Age at MOT (years) | Peugeot 1007 | All cars |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | 38.6% | 41.1% |
| 15 | 38.2% | 42.3% |
| 16 | 40.8% | 42.9% |
| 17 | 40.8% | 43.4% |
| 18 | 43.7% | 43.5% |
By year
The best and worst Peugeot 1007 years
2006 cars come out best and 2005 cars worst, once age and mileage are taken into account.
Common problems
What fails most on a Peugeot 1007
Its weak spot is seat belts and airbags: 48% more fails there than cars of the same age and mileage.
Fail rate by area
- Lights and electrics19.4%16% above avg
- Suspension14.6%12% above avg
- Brakes10.8%13% above avg
- Tyres7.6%28% above avg
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors7.6%16% above avg
- Body, chassis and structure6.3%2% above avg
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks4.2%13% below avg
- Seat belts and airbags2.6%48% above avg
- Steering2.4%4% below avg
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top MOT failures
- 1
Position lamp not working 4.76% of tests
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
- 2
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 3.65% of tests
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
- 3
Coil spring fractured or broken 2.96% of tests
A broken coil spring can leave the car sitting low or unstable, so it must be replaced before driving.
- 4
Stop lamp not working 2.92% of tests
A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.
- 5
Suspension ball joint excessively worn 2.83% of tests
A worn ball joint can fail and cause loss of steering control, so it must be replaced promptly.
- 6
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 2.72% of tests
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
- 7
Headlamp beam pattern obviously incorrect 2.58% of tests
A wrongly shaped beam can dazzle other drivers and reduce your own view of the road, so the lamps need correcting.
- 8
Airbag warning lamp shows fault 2.15% of tests
A lit airbag warning means the airbag system may not deploy in a crash, so it needs diagnosing and repairing.
Most common advisories
Not a fail yet, but worth pricing in: these show up on a Peugeot 1007's MOT certificate most often.
- Tyre worn close to legal limit14.16%
- Brake disc pitted or scored12.53%
- Tyre slightly damaged or cracking10.47%
- Engine oil leak, not excessive9.84%
- Coil spring showing some corrosion8.11%
- Exhaust has minor gas leak6.67%
Before you buy
What to check on a used Peugeot 1007
- 1
Position lamp not working
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
- 2
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
- 3
Coil spring fractured or broken
A broken coil spring can leave the car sitting low or unstable, so it must be replaced before driving.
- 4
Stop lamp not working
A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.
- 5
Every MOT since new
Look for the faults above coming back year after year: it shows how the car has been looked after.
- 6
The mileage record
A drop between MOTs is a warning sign.
- 7
Finance, stolen and write-off
The records the MOT can't show. A Full Check (£9.99) covers all three before you hand over any money.
Fuel types tested
- Petrol84.1%
- Diesel15.9%
- LPG0%
Most common colours
Blue, Grey, Black, Silver, Red
Average engine size: 1.4 litres.
Compare
How the Peugeot 1007 compares with its rivals
| Model | Fail rate | Against same-age cars |
|---|---|---|
| Perodua Myvi | 30.3% | 6% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Smart Fortwo Cabriolet | 33.5% | about average for its age |
| SEAT Arosa | 42.1% | 9% more MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Peugeot 1007 | 41% | 11% more MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Abarth 595C | 15.1% | 16% more MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Mitsubishi Space Star | 55% | 34% more MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Fiat Seicento | 46.7% | 35% more MOT fails than the average car its age |
Every city car ranked in the city car reliability index, or all Peugeot models.
Questions
Peugeot 1007 questions, answered
Is the Peugeot 1007 reliable?
On MOT results, the Peugeot 1007 is below average: it fails 41% of first MOT tests, 11% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage. It ranks 21 of 43 city car models in our index.
What fails most on a Peugeot 1007 MOT?
The most common MOT failures on the Peugeot 1007 are position lamp not working (4.76% of tests), wiper blade not clearing windscreen (3.65% of tests), coil spring fractured or broken (2.96% of tests). By area, lights and electrics fails 19.4% of its tests.
Which Peugeot 1007 year is the most reliable?
Among years with 1,000+ tests, 2006 cars do best (5% more MOT fails than the average car its age) and 2005 cars do worst (20% more MOT fails than the average car its age).
How do I check a Peugeot 1007 before I buy it?
Enter its registration for a free check of its MOT history, mileage, ULEZ status and tax. Before you pay, a Full Check (£9.99) shows outstanding finance, stolen and write-off records.
Source: DVSA anonymised MOT test results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 vehicles aged 3 to 25, normal tests only. How we compare like with like: our methodology.
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