Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2012 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 2012 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 2012 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 2012 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 2012 Peugeot 207 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 17,468 vehicles, the 2012 Peugeot 207 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 75.8%, 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 207?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2012 Peugeot 207 are: Oil leak, but not excessive (82.2% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (55.7% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (49.9% 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 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 (2012)

17,468 real MOT outcomes analysed • 75.8% first-time pass rate

2012 Peugeot 207

CarHunch analysed 17,468 real MOT records for the 2012 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 2012 Peugeot 207 falls short of the UK average with a 75.8% first-time pass rate, and this is genuinely concerning: 40.7% of these cars have recorded dangerous defects at some point, well above typical levels. Petrol variants fare slightly better at 77.5% pass rate versus diesel at 73.3%, so fuel choice matters here.

These 207s average 57,474 miles, which is reasonable for their age, but they're accumulating problems—averaging 3.52 failures and 17.8 advisories per test. If you're considering one, budget for brake and suspension work (the typical failure points), and insist on a full MOT history check before buying, paying particular attention to whether dangerous defects have already been flagged.

The 2012 Peugeot 207 has a decent first-time pass rate (75.8%), 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

75.8%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

40.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.52

Over 13.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

48k

Middle half: 36k–61k

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 17.8 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 17,468 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 17,468 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Other issues 82.2%

Oil leak, but not excessive

Tyre wear 55.7%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

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

Brake wear 49.9%

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.

Exhaust & emissions 26.7%

Rear Exhaust mounting defective

Suspension & steering 22.5%

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

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

Lighting 19.7%

Nearside Front Position lamp not working

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2012.

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Petrol vs Diesel

Pass rate difference of 4.2 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.

77.5%

Petrol

10,447 vehicles

73.3%

Diesel

7,020 vehicles

Before you buy a 2012 Peugeot 207

Based on MOT data from 17,468 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 40.7% 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 (60%)	10,447	77.5%	3.24
Diesel (40%)	7,020	73.3%	3.94

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 2012 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.

48,259

typical

35,980

low mileage

61,334

high mileage

Half of all 2012 Peugeot 207 vehicles fall between 35,980 and 61,334 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 35,980 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.

✓ 35,980–61,334 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2012 Peugeot 207s sit.

⚠ Over 82,800 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 207 — Still on the Road

Most 2012 Peugeot 207s are still being driven.

12,185 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 72% of the peak remain.

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

13.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.52

Avg failures per vehicle

17.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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