Peugeot 407 service: key facts
- Oil service every 12,500 miles or 1 year
- Basic service costs £80–£200 depending on garage
- Timing belt and tensioner: £400–£600 — don't skip this one
- 1 generation from 2004 to 2011
- 8 tracked service items across routine, major, and periodic schedules
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 item | Interval | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
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Engine oil and filter
Manufacturer interval is 12,500 miles or 12 months.
407
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12,500 miles or 1 year |
£80–£120
Dealer: £150–£200
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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
|
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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
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25,000 miles or 2 years |
£20–£35
Dealer: £40–£70
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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
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50,000 miles or 4 years |
£60–£90
Dealer: £120–£180
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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 item | Interval | Typical 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
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80,000 miles or 6 years |
£400–£600
Dealer: £700–£1000
|
Periodic maintenance
Items that don't need doing at every service but should be on your radar at the right mileage or age.
| Service item | Interval | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
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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
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2 years |
£60–£90
Dealer: £100–£150
|
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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
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DPF forced regeneration
Preventive forced regeneration recommended every 50,000 miles for cars doing frequent short journeys.
407
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50,000 miles or 3 years |
£80–£120
Dealer: £150–£200
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Peugeot 407 service FAQs
How often should a Peugeot 407 be serviced?
A Peugeot 407 should have an oil service every 12,500 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. Manufacturer interval is 12,500 miles or 12 months.
How much does a Peugeot 407 service cost?
A basic service at an independent garage typically costs £80–£120. Main dealer servicing is usually £150–£200. Major items like timing belts or gearbox services cost significantly more.
Can I service a Peugeot 407 at an independent garage?
Yes. Under UK consumer law, using an independent garage does not void your manufacturer warranty, provided they use parts meeting the manufacturer's specification and follow the correct schedule. However, independent services won't appear in the franchised dealer digital records.