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Peugeot 407 Service Costs & Schedule

What a Peugeot 407 actually costs to service, what needs doing at each interval, and where you can save. If you're buying one, we also cover how to check whether the previous owner actually kept up with the schedule.

407 (2004–2011)1.6 HDi, 2.0 HDi, 2.0, 2.2 HDi, 2.2

Peugeot 407 service: key facts

Routine service items

These are the items covered in a standard service. Most garages include oil, oil filter and a basic inspection. The rest are typically checked or replaced on a schedule.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Engine oil and filter
Manufacturer interval is 12,500 miles or 12 months.
407
 12,500 miles or 1 year
£80–£120
Dealer: £150–£200
Air filter
Manufacturer interval is 25,000 miles or 2 years. More frequent changes needed in dusty conditions. Blocked filter reduces performance and increases fuel consumption.
407
 25,000 miles or 2 years
£25–£40
Dealer: £50–£80
Cabin pollen filter
Manufacturer interval is 25,000 miles or 2 years. Blocked filter causes poor cabin ventilation and screen misting. Replace more frequently in heavy traffic areas.
407
 25,000 miles or 2 years
£20–£35
Dealer: £40–£70
Fuel filter
Manufacturer interval is 50,000 miles or 4 years for diesel variants. Blocked filter causes poor running and potential fuel system damage. Replace more frequently with poor quality fuel.
407
 50,000 miles or 4 years
£60–£90
Dealer: £120–£180

Major service items

These are the big-ticket items. Miss them and you risk engine or gearbox damage. The costs are higher but the consequences of skipping are much worse.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Timing belt and tensioner
Manufacturer interval is 80,000 miles or 6 years. Replace water pump at the same time as access is identical. Failure results in valve damage on interference engines. Critical safety item.
407
 80,000 miles or 6 years
£400–£600
Dealer: £700–£1000

Has this Peugeot 407 been serviced on schedule?

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Periodic maintenance

Items that don't need doing at every service but should be on your radar at the right mileage or age.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Brake fluid
Manufacturer interval is 2 years regardless of mileage. Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, reducing boiling point and causing corrosion. Critical safety item.
407
 2 years
£60–£90
Dealer: £100–£150
Coolant flush
Manufacturer interval is 80,000 miles or 5 years. Use correct Peugeot specification coolant only. Failure to change leads to corrosion and head gasket failure.
407
 80,000 miles or 5 years
£80–£120
Dealer: £150–£220
DPF forced regeneration
Preventive forced regeneration recommended every 50,000 miles for cars doing frequent short journeys.
407
 50,000 miles or 3 years
£80–£120
Dealer: £150–£200

Known issues to watch for

The most common problems reported on the Peugeot 407, ranked by severity.

major
Front suspension lower arm bushes premature wear (407)
The front suspension lower arm bushes on the 407 fail significantly earlier than typical for this class of vehicle, with MOT data showing failure rates up to 64.1 times the national average on some variants.
major
Electronic system warning light malfunctions (407)
The 407 suffers from widespread electronic system malfunctions that trigger persistent warning lights on the dashboard, with MOT data showing failure rates up to 57.6 times the national average.
major
Diesel particulate filter blockage (407 HDi)
All diesel 407 variants suffer from DPF blockage issues, with MOT smoke opacity failures running at 33.4 times the national average on 1.6 HDi models.
major
Brake caliper seizure and binding (407)
The 407 suffers from brake caliper seizure at rates significantly above the national average, with MOT data showing binding brake failures up to 11.2 times typical levels.

1 more known issues tracked. Check a specific Peugeot 407's service records — a missed service on one of these issues could mean an expensive surprise.

Buying a used Peugeot 407? Check its service history first.

A 407 with a patchy service history can cost you thousands in missed timing belts, skipped oil changes, and hidden neglect. We pull the franchised dealer records — every visit, every stamp, every mileage reading — so you can see exactly what's been done and what's been skipped.

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Peugeot 407 service FAQs

How often does a Peugeot 407 need servicing?

A Peugeot 407 needs servicing every 12,500 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. Manufacturer interval is 12,500 miles or 12 months.

What does a Peugeot 407 service cost?

A basic service at an independent garage costs £80–£120. Main dealer servicing runs £150–£200. Major items like timing belts or gearbox services cost significantly more. Independent garages are typically 30 to 50% cheaper for the same work.

Is a Peugeot 407 expensive to maintain?

Routine servicing starts from £80 at an independent garage, which is about average for this class of car. The bigger costs come from periodic items like timing belts, brake fluid changes, and transmission servicing. Keeping on top of the schedule avoids expensive failures.

How do I check a Peugeot 407's service history?

You can check any Peugeot 407's dealer service records online using just the registration number. The check retrieves every logged dealer visit, including dates, mileage, and work done, so you can see whether the schedule has been followed or if there are gaps. It costs £6.99 and you get a full refund if no records are found.