Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2003 Peugeot 607?

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 2003 Peugeot 607?

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 2003 Peugeot 607?

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.

Is the 2003 Peugeot 607 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,707 vehicles, the 2003 Peugeot 607 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2003 Peugeot 607?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2003 Peugeot 607 are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (63% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (60.3% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (59.5% 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 2003 Peugeot 607?

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 607 (2003)

1,707 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74% first-time pass rate

2003 Peugeot 607

CarHunch analysed 1,707 real MOT records for the 2003 Peugeot 607. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2003 Peugeot 607 trails the UK average with a 74% first-time pass rate versus 80% nationally, signalling above-average reliability concerns. Nearly one in five of these cars (18.6%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a genuine safety consideration for buyers weighing up a purchase.

These 607s are running at typical mileage for their age—averaging 98,465 miles—but the real tell is in the failure pattern: 3.2 failures per vehicle and nearly 12 advisories suggests widespread wear across multiple systems rather than isolated problems. Before committing to one, get a full pre-purchase inspection focusing on the suspension, brakes, and cooling system, where most of the repeat failures cluster.

The 2003 Peugeot 607 has a below-average first-time pass rate (74% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

18.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.2

Over 11.4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

97k

Middle half: 77k–120k

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 11.9 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 1,707 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 1,707 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 63%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear 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 32.3%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Nearside 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 31.6%

Oil leak · Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Wipers & washers 16.2%

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

Suspension & steering 15.6%

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

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2003.

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Based on MOT data from 1,707 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 18.6% 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
Diesel (85%)	1,452	74.1%	3.22
Petrol (15%)	251	73.5%	3.04

Colour Breakdown

Based on 7,359 Peugeot 607 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 30.2%

2,223

Silver 26.1%

1,918

Grey 20.3%

1,492

Black 13.3%

979

Red 5.1%

374

Bronze 2.8%

209

Green 1.7%

128

White 0.3%

Maroon 0.1%

Gold 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2003 Peugeot 607 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.

96,560

typical

76,781

low mileage

120,091

high mileage

Half of all 2003 Peugeot 607 vehicles fall between 76,781 and 120,091 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 76,781 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.

✓ 76,781–120,091 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2003 Peugeot 607s sit.

⚠ Over 162,122 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2003 Peugeot 607 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 6% of 2003 Peugeot 607s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 45 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2023 (6% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2023.
* 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

11.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.2

Avg failures per vehicle

11.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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