Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2011 Peugeot Bipper?

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 2011 Peugeot Bipper?

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 2011 Peugeot Bipper?

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 2011 Peugeot Bipper vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

46% 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 2011 Peugeot Bipper reliable?

Based on MOT data from 5,632 vehicles, the 2011 Peugeot Bipper has a first-time MOT pass rate of 75.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2011 Peugeot Bipper?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2011 Peugeot Bipper are: Oil leak, but not excessive (62.3% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (54% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (52.7% 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 2011 Peugeot Bipper?

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 Bipper (2011)

5,632 real MOT outcomes analysed • 75.4% first-time pass rate

2011 Peugeot Bipper

CarHunch analysed 5,632 real MOT records for the 2011 Peugeot Bipper. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2011 Peugeot Bipper falls short of the UK average first-time pass rate at 75.3% versus 80%, signalling below-average reliability—and nearly half of these vehicles (46.1%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a serious buyer concern. The diesel engines show no variation in pass rate, confirming this van is diesel-only in the analysed fleet.

These Bippers are showing their age, with a median mileage of 82,728 miles typical for a 13-year-old vehicle, but the real issue is the repair burden: owners face an average of 3.59 failures per MOT test and a notably high 16.7 advisories, pointing to cumulative wear and deteriorating components. Before buying, get a full inspection on brake systems and structural integrity, since the dangerous defect rate suggests these vans are prone to failures that put safety at risk.

The 2011 Peugeot Bipper has a decent first-time pass rate (75.4%), 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

75.4%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

46.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.59

Over 13.7 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

83k

Middle half: 59k–110k

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 16.7 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 5,632 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 5,632 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Other issues 62.3%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Tyre wear 54%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside 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 39.9%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 23.8%

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken · Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken

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

Lighting 13.5%

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2011.

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Before you buy a 2011 Peugeot Bipper

Based on MOT data from 5,632 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 46.1% 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 (100%)	5,609	75.3%	3.59

Colour Breakdown

Based on 30,573 Peugeot Bipper vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 60%

18,337

Blue 13.4%

4,086

Grey 12.8%

3,925

Red 11.9%

3,641

Yellow 0.6%

186

Black 0.6%

176

Silver 0.3%

Green 0.2%

Orange 0.2%

Purple 0%

Multi-colour 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2011 Peugeot Bipper 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.

82,728

typical

58,649

low mileage

110,201

high mileage

Half of all 2011 Peugeot Bipper vehicles fall between 58,649 and 110,201 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 58,649 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.

✓ 58,649–110,201 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2011 Peugeot Bippers sit.

⚠ Over 148,771 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2011 Peugeot Bipper — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 58% of 2011 Peugeot Bippers are still active.

3,117 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 58% 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

13.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.59

Avg failures per vehicle

16.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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