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Peugeot Partner reliability

The Peugeot Partner fails 38.1% of first MOT tests, 32% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, based on 472,682 DVSA MOT tests from 2022 to 2024.

Well below averageReliability score 21/100#30 of 40 vans

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first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%)
38.1%
first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%)
fails than cars of the same age and mileage
32% more
fails than cars of the same age and mileage
MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024
472,682
MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024
typical miles a year, from MOT readings
12,500
typical miles a year, from MOT readings

What this means for buyers

The Peugeot Partner needs checking closely before you buy. Its first-time MOT fail rate is 38.1%, against 28.4% for all cars. Compared with cars of the same age and mileage, it has 32% more MOT fails, and it ranks 30 of 40 van models. These figures come from 472,682 MOT tests analysed from DVSA data, 2022 to 2024.

That doesn't mean you should walk away. Year matters: 2006 is the best year, with 7% more MOT fails than cars of the same age and mileage, while 2018 is the weakest, with 66% more. Check the position, stop and registration plate lamps, plus the CV joint boots for splits or insecurity. Seat belts and airbags are the weakest area, with 132% more fails than comparable cars, so test every belt and check the airbag warning light. Ask for the MOT history to spot repeat faults.

MOT fail rate by age

How the Peugeot Partner ages

Each point is the share of Peugeot Partners of that age that failed their MOT first time, against all cars of the same age.

0%15%30%45%60%3691215182124Age at MOT (years)
Peugeot PartnerAll cars
Peugeot Partner first-time MOT fail rate by age
Age at MOT (years)Peugeot PartnerAll cars
326.4%12.3%
428.5%14.1%
531.9%16.4%
635.5%19.1%
736.3%22.1%
839.2%25.5%
939.7%28.8%
1041.2%31.8%
1142.8%34.6%
1245%37.3%
1347.9%39.5%
1448.5%41.1%
1548.8%42.3%
1648.2%42.9%
1748.9%43.4%
1850.3%43.5%
1950.6%43.4%
2050.8%42.8%
2150.3%41.4%
2249.4%40.6%
2350.7%38.9%
2446.9%37.1%
2551.6%35.8%

By year

The best and worst Peugeot Partner years

2006 cars come out best and 2018 cars worst, once age and mileage are taken into account.

Peugeot Partner MOT results by year of first registration
First registeredTestsFail rateAgainst same-age carsTypical mileage
2021 Partner3,44826.5%64% more fails47,749
2020 Partner15,83722.7%38% more fails50,964
2019 Partner36,24427.1%53% more fails58,959
2018 Partner49,57131.9%66% more fails66,233
2017 Partner47,93334.9%63% more fails75,446
2016 Partner45,53236.3%53% more fails78,737
2015 Partner44,77935%31% more fails85,803
2014 Partner48,25139.4%31% more fails96,597
2013 Partner33,16744.2%32% more fails110,354
2012 Partner40,32238.1%11% more fails98,939
2011 Partner24,82846.9%22% more fails124,793
2010 Partner18,49747.3%18% more fails124,620
2009 Partner14,09348%17% more fails119,026
2008 Partner10,74349.2%17% more fails113,111
2007 Partner9,39748.2%11% more fails114,007
2006 Partner8,41047.5%7% more fails120,033
2005 Partner6,60650.8%14% more fails118,100
2004 Partner5,30750.4%12% more fails122,194
2003 Partner4,61350.8%13% more fails127,138
2002 Partner2,61349.4%12% more fails120,499
2001 Partner1,24751.6%19% more fails129,784
200053748.4%14% more fails143,212
199941452.7%29% more fails136,915
199822556%41% more fails136,568

Common problems

What fails most on a Peugeot Partner

Its weak spot is seat belts and airbags: 132% more fails there than cars of the same age and mileage.

Fail rate by area

  • Lights and electrics23.2%100% above avg
  • Suspension10.4%18% above avg
  • Brakes7.8%15% above avg
  • Windscreen, wipers and mirrors7.2%57% above avg
  • Body, chassis and structure7.1%123% above avg
  • Tyres6.2%9% below avg
  • Exhaust, emissions and leaks3.6%12% above avg
  • Steering2.6%38% above avg
  • Seat belts and airbags2.3%132% above avg

Average for cars of the same age and mileage

Top MOT failures

  1. 1

    Position lamp not working 7.18% of tests

    A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.

  2. 2

    Stop lamp not working 5.79% of tests

    A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.

  3. 3

    CV joint boot split or insecure 4.45% of tests

    A split CV boot lets dirt in and grease out, so the joint wears and may need full replacement.

  4. 4

    Registration plate lamp not working 3.84% of tests

    A dark number plate lamp makes the plate hard to read at night, which is illegal and must be fixed.

  5. 5

    Coil spring fractured or broken 3.69% of tests

    A broken coil spring can leave the car sitting low or unstable, so it must be replaced before driving.

  6. 6

    Dipped beam headlamp not working 3.15% of tests

    A failed dipped beam makes it hard to see and be seen at night, so the lamp needs fixing before driving.

  7. 7

    Tyre tread below 1.6mm 2.98% of tests

    Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.

  8. 8

    Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 2.33% of tests

    Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.

Most common advisories

Not a fail yet, but worth pricing in: these show up on a Peugeot Partner's MOT certificate most often.

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit16.37%
  • Brake disc pitted or scored7.81%
  • Brake pads wearing thin6.82%
  • Engine oil leak, not excessive6.59%
  • Suspension arm pin/bush showing wear5.3%
  • Tyre slightly damaged or cracking4.09%

Before you buy

What to check on a used Peugeot Partner

  1. 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. 2

    Stop lamp not working

    A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.

  3. 3

    CV joint boot split or insecure

    A split CV boot lets dirt in and grease out, so the joint wears and may need full replacement.

  4. 4

    Registration plate lamp not working

    A dark number plate lamp makes the plate hard to read at night, which is illegal and must be fixed.

  5. 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. 6

    The mileage record

    A typical Peugeot Partner covers about 12,500 miles a year. A big gap or a drop between MOTs is a warning sign.

  7. 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

  • Diesel95.7%
  • Petrol3.9%
  • Electric0.3%
  • LPG0%
  • Other0%
  • Hybrid0%

Most common colours

White, Silver, Red, Grey, Blue

Average engine size: 1.6 litres.

Compare

How the Peugeot Partner compares with its rivals

Peugeot Partner against similar models
ModelFail rateAgainst same-age cars
Volkswagen Caddy30.5%about average for its age
Ford Transit Connect36%14% more MOT fails than the average car its age
Vauxhall Combo41.4%29% more MOT fails than the average car its age
Renault Trafic41.5%30% more MOT fails than the average car its age
Peugeot Partner38.1%32% more MOT fails than the average car its age
Vauxhall Vivaro43.6%33% more MOT fails than the average car its age
Citroën Berlingo41.9%37% more MOT fails than the average car its age

Every van ranked in the van reliability index, or all Peugeot models.

Questions

Peugeot Partner questions, answered

Is the Peugeot Partner reliable?

On MOT results, the Peugeot Partner is well below average: it fails 38.1% of first MOT tests, 32% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage. It ranks 30 of 40 van models in our index.

What fails most on a Peugeot Partner MOT?

The most common MOT failures on the Peugeot Partner are position lamp not working (7.18% of tests), stop lamp not working (5.79% of tests), cv joint boot split or insecure (4.45% of tests). By area, lights and electrics fails 23.2% of its tests.

Which Peugeot Partner year is the most reliable?

Among years with 1,000+ tests, 2006 cars do best (7% more MOT fails than the average car its age) and 2018 cars do worst (66% more MOT fails than the average car its age).

How many miles does a Peugeot Partner do a year?

A typical Peugeot Partner covers about 12,500 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 Partner 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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