Peugeot 107 MOT Failures

An analysis of 3,651,779 real DVSA MOT tests on the Peugeot 107 — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads. Generations covered: Phase1 (2005–2014).

Where the Peugeot 107 fails its MOT

The single biggest MOT failure point on the Peugeot 107 is anti-roll bar links worn — this model is 30 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it a significant weak point for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 3,651,779 MOT tests, 3.72% of all Peugeot 107 tests recorded this as a failure.

Suspension failures typically mean worn bushes, drop links, or dampers. These affect handling and tyre wear. Budget £150–£400 per corner at an independent garage for full suspension overhaul.

Other notable weak points include light unit fault (80x the fleet average), track rod ends worn (15x the fleet average), wheel distorted or worn to the extent the wheel... (14x the fleet average), and mandatory tell-tale for direction indicators or... (54x the fleet average). These ratios compare the Peugeot 107's failure rate on each item against the national average for all cars tested — a ratio of 10x means this model fails ten times more often than a typical car.

The failures span 4 categories: Suspension, Lights & Electrics, Steering, Wheels. If you're inspecting a Peugeot 107 before purchase, these are the areas to focus on — and if any have been flagged as advisories on a previous MOT, they're likely to become failures in the near future.

How failures change with mileage

The Peugeot 107's weak points shift as the car covers more miles. Understanding these patterns helps you know what to expect — and what to budget for — at each stage of ownership.

Under 60,000 miles

At this mileage, most failures are either design-related or caused by age rather than wear. Components like bushes and drop links may not have been replaced yet, and original-fit parts can deteriorate even on low-mileage cars that spend a lot of time sitting.

For the Peugeot 107 specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are indicator or hazard warning switch does not ope... (95x the average) and indicator or hazard warning switch inoperative (87x). light unit fault (80x) and mandatory tell-tale for direction indicators or... (54x) also appear frequently.

60,000 to 100,000 miles

This is where routine wear items start to show up. Brake components, tyres, and exhaust parts have done serious work by this point. Cars that have been well serviced will show fewer of these failures — this mileage band is where good maintenance really separates the well-kept from the neglected.

For the Peugeot 107 specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are mandatory tell-tale for direction indicators or... (39x the average) and light unit fault (38x). hazard warning lamp tell-tale is not a flashing... (36x) and anti-roll bar links worn (17x) also appear frequently.

Over 100,000 miles

High-mileage cars accumulate failures across multiple systems. The key question isn't whether things will need doing — they will — but whether the car has been maintained well enough to keep on top of them. Look for a consistent service history and recent MOT passes with minimal advisories.

For the Peugeot 107 specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are hazard warning lamp tell-tale is not a flashing... (33x the average) and light unit fault (32x). coil springs broken (20x) and suspension component missing, (18x) also appear frequently.

The shift from indicator or hazard warning switch does not ope... at lower mileages to hazard warning lamp tell-tale is not a flashing... at higher mileages is typical — early failures tend to be design or factory-related, while high-mileage failures reflect accumulated mechanical wear. A car that's been well maintained will usually dodge the worst of both.

Known issues beyond the MOT

An MOT only tests roadworthiness at a single point in time — it won't catch developing faults, intermittent problems, or issues that haven't yet reached the failure threshold. These are the issues that Peugeot 107 specialists and owners flag most frequently, drawn from manufacturer technical bulletins, workshop data, and verified owner reports.

Suspension joint and bush wear Major

MOT data shows this model fails suspension joint and bush inspections at 30 times the national fleet average, particularly affecting cars between 20,000-40,000 miles. Affects Phase1; typical independent garage repair cost is £200–£500.

Suspension component corrosion Major

MOT data shows this model fails for suspension component corrosion at 19.2 times the fleet average, with failures seen across all mileage bands including very low mileage examples. Affects Phase1; typical independent garage repair cost is £300–£800.

Emissions system deterioration Major

The pattern suggests the small capacity 1.0-litre engine and its emissions control components deteriorate more rapidly than larger engines, possibly due to running at higher loads relative to capacity. Affects Phase1; typical independent garage repair cost is £150–£600.

Steering linkage wear Major

MOT data shows steering linkage problems at 15.1 times the fleet average, particularly affecting higher mileage examples above 60,000 miles. Affects Phase1; typical independent garage repair cost is £120–£300.

For the complete picture — including repair costs across independent, specialist, and dealer garages — see the full Peugeot 107 common problems breakdown.

What to check before buying a Peugeot 107

Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Peugeot 107:

Suspension — check for anti-roll bar links worn, subframe bushes or mounts worn. Lights & Electrics — check for light unit fault, mandatory tell-tale for direction indicators or..., indicator or hazard warning switch inoperative, hazard warning lamp tell-tale is not a flashing.... Steering — check for track rod ends worn. Wheels — check for wheel distorted or worn to the extent the wheel....

Beyond the MOT items, ask specifically about suspension joint and bush wear and suspension component corrosion. These won't show up on a standard MOT but can be expensive to fix — repairs start from £200. A specialist pre-purchase inspection is worth the investment on this model.

Always check the car's full MOT history for patterns — recurring advisories often become failures within 12 months. And verify the service history to confirm maintenance has been kept up to schedule. Enter any reg into our free car check to see the complete picture.

MOT failure data sourced from DVSA bulk test records via data.gov.uk. Ratios compare this model's failure rate against the national fleet average. Known issues sourced from manufacturer bulletins, specialist workshops, and verified owner reports.