2003 Peugeot Boxer · 6,688 MOT tests
2003 Peugeot Boxer reliability
2003 Peugeot Boxers fail 34.4% of first MOT tests, about average for its age and mileage, ranking 11 of 24 Boxer years (6,688 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Peugeot Boxers: 26.5%)
- 34.4%
- first-time fail rate (all Peugeot Boxers: 26.5%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 2% fewer
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 20
- 51,610
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 20
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 6,688
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2003 against the years either side
- 2002 cars: 9% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2003 car does better)
- 2004 cars: about average for its age (the 2003 car does better)
- Weak spot: body, chassis and structure, 8.6% of tests fail here (32% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: exhaust, emissions and leaks, 71% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2003 car carries a 52 plate (January–February 2003), or a 03 plate (March–August 2003), or a 53 plate (September–December 2003).
Common problems
What fails on a 2003 Peugeot Boxer
Fail rate by area
- Lights and electrics13.5%
- Suspension11.3%
- Brakes10.9%
- Body, chassis and structure8.6%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors7.4%
- Tyres2.6%
- Seat belts and airbags1.9%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Suspension mounting area seriously corroded 5.28%
Corrosion near suspension mountings can seriously weaken the body structure, so an expert inspection is needed.
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 3.96%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Service brake excessively binding 2.5%
A brake that drags when released can overheat, wear quickly and waste fuel, so it needs prompt inspection.
Body structure corroded, rigidity reduced 1.96%
Serious corrosion in the body structure weakens crash protection and handling, so specialist inspection is essential.
Stop lamp not working 1.85%
A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.
CV joint boot split or insecure 1.63%
A split CV boot lets dirt in and grease out, so the joint wears and may need full replacement.
Common advisories
Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (7%) · Brake pipes corroded and greasy (6.68%) · Brake disc pitted or scored (5.13%) · Power steering pipe slightly corroded (5.13%) · Suspension mounting area showing corrosion (5.1%) · Engine oil leak, not excessive (4.98%)
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 2003 Peugeot Boxer reliable?
2003 Peugeot Boxers fail 34.4% of first MOT tests, about average for its age and mileage, ranking 11 of 24 Boxer years (6,688 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2003 Peugeot Boxer MOT?
Most often suspension mounting area seriously corroded (5.28% of tests), wiper blade not clearing windscreen (3.96% of tests), service brake excessively binding (2.5% of tests).
How many miles should a 2003 Peugeot Boxer have done?
At its MOT aged about 20, a typical 2003 Peugeot Boxer shows 51,610 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2003 car?
A car first registered in 2003 carries a 52 plate (January–February 2003), or a 03 plate (March–August 2003), or a 53 plate (September–December 2003).
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