Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2017 Peugeot Bailey?

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 2017 Peugeot Bailey?

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 2017 Peugeot Bailey?

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 2017 Peugeot Bailey reliable?

Based on MOT data from 408 vehicles, the 2017 Peugeot Bailey has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2017 Peugeot Bailey?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2017 Peugeot Bailey are: COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION (16.6% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (15.6% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (13.5% 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 2017 Peugeot Bailey?

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 Bailey (2017)

408 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.1% first-time pass rate

2017 Peugeot Bailey

CarHunch analysed 408 real MOT records for the 2017 Peugeot Bailey. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 408 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2017 Peugeot Bailey is a genuinely reliable choice, passing its MOT first time in 92% of cases—well above the UK average of 80%. The dangerous defect rate sits at a reassuring 5.1%, meaning serious safety issues are uncommon in this cohort.

These vehicles are running low mileage for their age (median of just 13,171 miles), which explains the strong pass rate and suggests they've been lightly used or well-maintained. Expect around 0.62 failures and 1.9 advisories per test on average—minor niggles rather than structural problems—so budget for routine fixes but don't anticipate major repair bills when you buy one.

The 2017 Peugeot Bailey passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (92.1% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 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

92.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

5.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.62

Over 6.8 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

13k

Middle half: 9k–18k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 92.1% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 1.9 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 408 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 408 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Other issues 16.6%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Tyre wear 15.6%

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Nearside Front 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.

Lighting 9.2%

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault · Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources · Offside Headlamp aim too low · …

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

Wipers & washers 7.4%

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · …

Brake wear 6.2%

Parking brake efficiency below requirements

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 2017.

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Based on MOT data from 408 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 5.2% 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,326 Peugeot Bailey vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 69.5%

921

Silver 12.4%

165

Grey 11.2%

149

Black 6.9%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2017 Peugeot Bailey 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.

13,171

typical

9,200

low mileage

18,282

high mileage

Half of all 2017 Peugeot Bailey vehicles fall between 9,200 and 18,282 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 9,200 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.

✓ 9,200–18,282 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2017 Peugeot Baileys sit.

⚠ Over 24,680 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2017 Peugeot Bailey — Still on the Road

Almost all 2017 Peugeot Baileys are still on the road.

Strong survival — 379 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
* 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

6.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.62

Avg failures per vehicle

1.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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