Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2012 Peugeot 107?

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 2012 Peugeot 107?

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 2012 Peugeot 107?

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 2012 Peugeot 107 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

40% 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 2012 Peugeot 107 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 16,869 vehicles, the 2012 Peugeot 107 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 81.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2012 Peugeot 107?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2012 Peugeot 107 are: Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (61.2% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (53.8% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (49.6% 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 2012 Peugeot 107?

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 107 (2012)

16,869 real MOT outcomes analysed • 81.8% first-time pass rate

2012 Peugeot 107

CarHunch analysed 16,869 real MOT records for the 2012 Peugeot 107. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2012 Peugeot 107 edges past the UK average with an 81.8% first-time pass rate, but a significant concern emerges in the dangerous defect figures: 40.3% of these cars have suffered at least one dangerous fault during their MOT history, well above what you'd typically expect. This suggests structural or safety-critical issues are commonplace in this cohort rather than rare outliers.

At 45,304 miles median mileage for a 12-year-old car, these 107s show fairly gentle use, yet they're still accumulating an average of 2.59 failures per test and 17.4 advisories, pointing to wear items and minor corrosion catching up. If you're considering one, budget for multiple small repairs at each MOT and get a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension, brakes, and undercarriage—those dangerous defect frequencies suggest those areas need close scrutiny.

The 2012 Peugeot 107 has a decent first-time pass rate (81.8%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ 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

81.8%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

40.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.59

Over 13.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

45k

Middle half: 32k–59k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 17.4 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 16,869 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 16,869 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 61.2%

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · 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.

Tyre wear 53.8%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

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

Suspension & steering 29.2%

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement · Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Other issues 22.4%

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2012.

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Before you buy a 2012 Peugeot 107

Based on MOT data from 16,869 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 40.3% 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 (100%)	16,862	81.8%	2.59

Colour Breakdown

Based on 138,740 Peugeot 107 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 23.8%

33,022

Black 20.1%

27,830

Blue 16.9%

23,446

Silver 16.9%

23,388

Yellow 6.4%

8,896

Grey 6.4%

8,869

Purple 5.5%

7,667

White 3.5%

4,864

Orange 0.5%

722

Pink 0%

Green 0%

Bronze 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2012 Peugeot 107 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.

45,304

typical

32,488

low mileage

59,065

high mileage

Half of all 2012 Peugeot 107 vehicles fall between 32,488 and 59,065 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 32,488 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.

✓ 32,488–59,065 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2012 Peugeot 107s sit.

⚠ Over 79,737 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2012 Peugeot 107 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2012 Peugeot 107s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 14,827 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 91% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
* 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

13.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.59

Avg failures per vehicle

17.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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