1997 Peugeot Boxer · 1,594 MOT tests
1997 Peugeot Boxer reliability
1997 Peugeot Boxers fail 42.1% of first MOT tests, 27% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 23 of 24 Boxer years (1,594 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Peugeot Boxers: 26.5%)
- 42.1%
- first-time fail rate (all Peugeot Boxers: 26.5%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 27% more
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 25
- 67,017
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 25
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 1,594
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
1997 against the years either side
- 1996 cars: 41% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 1997 car does better)
- 1998 cars: 28% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 1997 car does better)
- Weak spot: body, chassis and structure, 13.7% of tests fail here (76% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: tyres, 30% fewer fails than comparable cars.
Common problems
What fails on a 1997 Peugeot Boxer
Fail rate by area
- Lights and electrics20%
- Brakes15.2%
- Suspension15.1%
- Body, chassis and structure13.7%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors11.1%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks5.7%
- Seat belts and airbags3.1%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Suspension mounting area seriously corroded 8.59%
Corrosion near suspension mountings can seriously weaken the body structure, so an expert inspection is needed.
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 6.09%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Horn not working 5.71%
A non-working horn removes a key warning tool for other road users, so it must be repaired before driving.
Rigid brake pipe excessively corroded 3.51%
Badly corroded brake pipes can leak or fail, which can cause a loss of braking, so repair is urgent.
Chassis corroded, rigidity significantly reduced 3.45%
Serious corrosion weakens the chassis, affecting crash safety and handling, so specialist assessment is needed.
Service brake excessively binding 3.14%
A brake that drags when released can overheat, wear quickly and waste fuel, so it needs prompt inspection.
Common advisories
Wheel bearing slight play (24.53%) · Brake pipes corroded and greasy (18.82%) · Engine oil leak, not excessive (10.48%) · Shock absorber light oil misting (8.03%) · Brake disc pitted or scored (7.97%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (7.65%)
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 1997 Peugeot Boxer reliable?
1997 Peugeot Boxers fail 42.1% of first MOT tests, 27% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 23 of 24 Boxer years (1,594 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 1997 Peugeot Boxer MOT?
Most often suspension mounting area seriously corroded (8.59% of tests), wiper blade not clearing windscreen (6.09% of tests), horn not working (5.71% of tests).
How many miles should a 1997 Peugeot Boxer have done?
At its MOT aged about 25, a typical 1997 Peugeot Boxer shows 67,017 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
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