City car · 2003–2017 cars
Peugeot 107 reliability
The Peugeot 107 fails 35.9% of first MOT tests, 8% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, based on 387,099 DVSA MOT tests from 2022 to 2024.
Checking a Peugeot 107 before you buy?
- first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%)
- 35.9%
- first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 8% more
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024
- 387,099
- MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024
- typical miles a year, from MOT readings
- 5,500
- typical miles a year, from MOT readings
What this means for buyers
The Peugeot 107 ranks 17 of 43 city car models for reliability. Its first-time MOT fail rate is 35.9%, against 28.4% for all cars. Compared with cars of the same age and mileage, it has 8% more MOT fails. Brakes are the weak spot, with 54% more fails there than comparable cars. Avoid 2005 models if you can, as they have 17% more MOT fails than cars of the same age and mileage. 2010 performs best and is about average.
Don't rule it out. A below-average model can still be a good buy if you check properly. Check the brakes closely first. Then look for these common MOT failures: position lamp not working (4.61% of tests), service brake excessively binding (3.35% of tests), tyre tread below 1.6mm (2.74% of tests), and rigid brake pipe excessively corroded (2.68% of tests).
MOT fail rate by age
How the Peugeot 107 ages
Each point is the share of Peugeot 107s of that age that failed their MOT first time, against all cars of the same age.
| Age at MOT (years) | Peugeot 107 | All cars |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | 20% | 22.1% |
| 8 | 22.9% | 25.5% |
| 9 | 25.8% | 28.8% |
| 10 | 28.4% | 31.8% |
| 11 | 30.8% | 34.6% |
| 12 | 34.9% | 37.3% |
| 13 | 38.8% | 39.5% |
| 14 | 42.2% | 41.1% |
| 15 | 44.3% | 42.3% |
| 16 | 46.2% | 42.9% |
| 17 | 46.9% | 43.4% |
| 18 | 48.4% | 43.5% |
| 19 | 50.3% | 43.4% |
By year
The best and worst Peugeot 107 years
2010 cars come out best and 2005 cars worst, once age and mileage are taken into account.
| First registered | Tests | Fail rate | Against same-age cars | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 107 | 28,626 | 23.8% | 5% more fails | 45,257 |
| 2013 107 | 53,587 | 27.4% | 5% more fails | 52,851 |
| 2012 107 | 52,371 | 30% | 3% more fails | 59,031 |
| 2011 107 | 47,579 | 33.1% | 3% more fails | 64,476 |
| 2010 107 | 47,837 | 35.3% | 2% more fails | 69,694 |
| 2009 107 | 44,335 | 40.7% | 12% more fails | 72,394 |
| 2008 107 | 41,995 | 45% | 16% more fails | 78,587 |
| 2007 107 | 34,973 | 44.5% | 11% more fails | 82,498 |
| 2006 107 | 28,634 | 46.4% | 12% more fails | 87,004 |
| 2005 107 | 7,147 | 48.9% | 17% more fails | 88,470 |
Common problems
What fails most on a Peugeot 107
Its weak spot is brakes: 54% more fails there than cars of the same age and mileage.
Fail rate by area
- Lights and electrics17.9%28% above avg
- Brakes12%54% above avg
- Suspension8.2%30% below avg
- Tyres6.5%6% above avg
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks5.2%40% above avg
- Body, chassis and structure5.1%18% above avg
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors4.8%9% below avg
- Seat belts and airbags1.5%42% above avg
- Steering0.5%77% below avg
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top MOT failures
- 1
Position lamp not working 4.61% of tests
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
- 2
Service brake excessively binding 3.35% of tests
A brake that drags when released can overheat, wear quickly and waste fuel, so it needs prompt inspection.
- 3
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 2.74% of tests
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
- 4
Rigid brake pipe excessively corroded 2.68% of tests
Badly corroded brake pipes can leak or fail, which can cause a loss of braking, so repair is urgent.
- 5
Headlamp beam pattern obviously incorrect 2.61% of tests
A wrongly shaped beam can dazzle other drivers and reduce your own view of the road, so the lamps need correcting.
- 6
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 2.35% of tests
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
- 7
Stop lamp not working 2.3% of tests
A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.
- 8
Exhaust has major gas leak 2.18% of tests
A major exhaust leak can let poisonous gas into the car and is illegal, so it must be repaired before driving.
Most common advisories
Not a fail yet, but worth pricing in: these show up on a Peugeot 107's MOT certificate most often.
- Brake pipes corroded and greasy15.41%
- Tyre worn close to legal limit14.5%
- Tyre slightly damaged or cracking11.83%
- Brake disc pitted or scored9.87%
- Anti-roll bar linkage pin/bush worn7.33%
- Suspension arm pin/bush showing wear6.26%
Before you buy
What to check on a used Peugeot 107
- 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
Service brake excessively binding
A brake that drags when released can overheat, wear quickly and waste fuel, so it needs prompt inspection.
- 3
Tyre tread below 1.6mm
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
- 4
Rigid brake pipe excessively corroded
Badly corroded brake pipes can leak or fail, which can cause a loss of braking, so repair is urgent.
- 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 typical Peugeot 107 covers about 5,500 miles a year. A big gap or 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
- Petrol100%
- Diesel0%
- LPG0%
Most common colours
Red, Black, Blue, Silver, Grey
Average engine size: 1.0 litres.
Compare
How the Peugeot 107 compares with its rivals
| Model | Fail rate | Against same-age cars |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen up! | 18.8% | 7% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Peugeot 108 | 17.3% | 3% more MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Peugeot 107 | 35.9% | 8% more MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Citroën C1 | 29.7% | 9% more MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Fiat Panda | 35.2% | 22% more MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Ford Ka | 32.8% | 23% more MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Kia Picanto | 29.3% | 27% 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 107 questions, answered
Is the Peugeot 107 reliable?
On MOT results, the Peugeot 107 is about average: it fails 35.9% of first MOT tests, 8% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage. It ranks 17 of 43 city car models in our index.
What fails most on a Peugeot 107 MOT?
The most common MOT failures on the Peugeot 107 are position lamp not working (4.61% of tests), service brake excessively binding (3.35% of tests), tyre tread below 1.6mm (2.74% of tests). By area, lights and electrics fails 17.9% of its tests.
Which Peugeot 107 year is the most reliable?
Among years with 1,000+ tests, 2010 cars do best (about average for its age) and 2005 cars do worst (17% more MOT fails than the average car its age).
How many miles does a Peugeot 107 do a year?
A typical Peugeot 107 covers about 5,500 miles a year, from the mileage recorded at its MOTs. Check the car you're looking at against that with a free mileage check.
How do I check a Peugeot 107 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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