Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 Peugeot 1007?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2006 Peugeot 1007?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2006 Peugeot 1007?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2006 Peugeot 1007 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

35% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2006 Peugeot 1007 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 3,421 vehicles, the 2006 Peugeot 1007 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2006 Peugeot 1007?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2006 Peugeot 1007 are: Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (67.4% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (62.2% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (61.6% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2006 Peugeot 1007?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Peugeot 1007 (2006)

3,421 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74.8% first-time pass rate

2006 Peugeot 1007

CarHunch analysed 3,421 real MOT records for the 2006 Peugeot 1007. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2006 Peugeot 1007 falls below the UK average with a 74.7% first-time pass rate versus the national 80%, and a concerning 34.8% of vehicles have recorded dangerous defects—well above acceptable thresholds for a buyer considering this model. Diesel versions perform noticeably worse at 71.5% pass rate compared to petrol's 75.5%, suggesting fuel type matters here.

At under 48,000 miles on average, these cars are relatively lightly used for their age, yet they're still accumulating an average of 4.14 failures and 16.7 advisories per test—pointing to systemic durability issues rather than just high-mileage wear. If you're seriously considering one, budget for multiple repair jobs and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection focused on braking, suspension, and emissions systems where these older Peugeots commonly fail.

The 2006 Peugeot 1007 has a below-average first-time pass rate (74.8% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

74.8%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

34.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.14

Over 15.7 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

42k

Middle half: 31k–55k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 16.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 3,421 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 3,421 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 67.4%

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 34.5%

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 30.6%

Oil leak, but not excessive

Wipers & washers 19.2%

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

Lighting 17.2%

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006.

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Petrol vs Diesel

Pass rate difference of 4 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.

75.5%

Petrol

2,742 vehicles

71.5%

Diesel

676 vehicles

Before you buy a 2006 Peugeot 1007

Based on MOT data from 3,421 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 34.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (80%)	2,742	75.5%	3.97
Diesel (20%)	676	71.5%	4.85

Colour Breakdown

Based on 7,871 Peugeot 1007 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 18.1%

1,424

Grey 17.6%

1,382

Black 16.9%

1,332

Silver 13%

1,023

Red 11%

865

Orange 9.7%

767

Yellow 8.8%

692

Green 4.7%

369

Gold 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 Peugeot 1007 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

41,877

typical

31,089

low mileage

55,356

high mileage

Half of all 2006 Peugeot 1007 vehicles fall between 31,089 and 55,356 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 31,089 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 31,089–55,356 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2006 Peugeot 1007s sit.

⚠ Over 74,730 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2006 Peugeot 1007 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 21% of 2006 Peugeot 1007s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 626 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (21% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

15.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.14

Avg failures per vehicle

16.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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