Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 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 2008 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 2008 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.

How many 2008 Peugeot 607 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

23% 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 2008 Peugeot 607 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 129 vehicles, the 2008 Peugeot 607 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 76.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2008 Peugeot 607?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2008 Peugeot 607 are: Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (69% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (66.6% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (62.8% 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 2008 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 (2008)

129 real MOT outcomes analysed • 76.5% first-time pass rate

2008 Peugeot 607

CarHunch analysed 129 real MOT records for the 2008 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 2008 Peugeot 607 falls slightly below the UK average with a 76.5% first-time MOT pass rate, and that gap widens into a genuine concern when you note that 22.5% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above the acceptable threshold. The diesel models (which make up the vast majority of this cohort) perform identically at 76.2%, so fuel type isn't a differentiator here.

These cars are running at around 101,000 miles, which is typical for their age, but the average of 3 failures per test and 15.4 advisories per vehicle suggests they're prone to multiple niggles rather than one catastrophic problem. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension, braking, and electrical systems—the advisory count hints at aging components that accumulate rather than fail suddenly.

We have limited data for the 2008 Peugeot 607 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ 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

76.5%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

22.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.01

Over 12.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

102k

Middle half: 70k–129k

For context

These stats describe 129 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 129 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 69%

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside 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.

Other issues 41.7%

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay · Oil leak, but not excessive · …

Brake wear 31.4%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Parking brake lever has little reserve travel · 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 2008.

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Before you buy a 2008 Peugeot 607

Based on MOT data from 129 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 22.5% 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 →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (88%)	114	76.2%	3.04

Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 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.

101,964

typical

69,756

low mileage

129,465

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Peugeot 607 vehicles fall between 69,756 and 129,465 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 69,756 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.

✓ 69,756–129,465 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Peugeot 607s sit.

⚠ Over 174,777 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2008 Peugeot 607 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 16% of 2008 Peugeot 607s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 18 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (16% 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

12.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.01

Avg failures per vehicle

15.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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