Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Peugeot 207?

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 2007 Peugeot 207?

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 2007 Peugeot 207?

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 2007 Peugeot 207 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

41% 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 2007 Peugeot 207 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 64,911 vehicles, the 2007 Peugeot 207 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 70.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2007 Peugeot 207?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2007 Peugeot 207 are: Oil leak, but not excessive (85.6% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (59.3% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (56.3% 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 2007 Peugeot 207?

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 207 (2007)

64,911 real MOT outcomes analysed • 70.8% first-time pass rate

2007 Peugeot 207

CarHunch analysed 64,911 real MOT records for the 2007 Peugeot 207. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2007 Peugeot 207 passes its MOT first time in just 70.8% of cases, significantly below the UK average of 80%, and nearly 42% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point — a serious concern for any buyer. Both petrol and diesel versions perform similarly poorly, with pass rates around 70.5–70.9%, so fuel type offers no reliability advantage here.

At a median mileage of 57,000 miles for a 17-year-old car, these vehicles have been driven reasonably but aren't particularly well-preserved. The average car racks up over five failures and twenty advisories per test, pointing to widespread issues with suspension, brakes, lights and wear items that accumulate quickly on this model. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection focusing on brake condition, suspension geometry, and welding around sills—these 207s are prone to rust and structural fatigue.

The 2007 Peugeot 207 has a below-average first-time pass rate (70.8% 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

70.8%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

41.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

5.07

Over 16.7 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

57k

Middle half: 45k–70k

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 20.3 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 64,911 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 64,911 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Other issues 85.6%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Oil leak

Tyre wear 59.3%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear 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 56.3%

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2007.

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Before you buy a 2007 Peugeot 207

Based on MOT data from 64,911 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 41.2% 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 (74%)	48,106	70.9%	5.04
Diesel (26%)	16,792	70.5%	5.17

Colour Breakdown

Based on 280,273 Peugeot 207 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 22.2%

62,291

Blue 20.6%

57,802

Silver 20.5%

57,403

Grey 16.6%

46,545

Red 13.9%

39,058

White 4.1%

11,481

Orange 0.9%

2,650

Yellow 0.9%

2,416

Green 0.2%

457

Gold 0%

Brown 0%

Cream 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2007 Peugeot 207 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.

56,916

typical

45,277

low mileage

69,500

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Peugeot 207 vehicles fall between 45,277 and 69,500 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 45,277 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.

✓ 45,277–69,500 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Peugeot 207s sit.

⚠ Over 93,825 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2007 Peugeot 207 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 23% of 2007 Peugeot 207s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 13,755 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (23% 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

16.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

5.07

Avg failures per vehicle

20.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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