Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Peugeot E7?

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 2013 Peugeot E7?

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 2013 Peugeot E7?

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 2013 Peugeot E7 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

42% 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 2013 Peugeot E7 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 184 vehicles, the 2013 Peugeot E7 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 75.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2013 Peugeot E7?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Peugeot E7 are: Oil leak, but not excessive (87.3% of vehicles), Parking brake efficiency below requirements (39.4% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (33.9% 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 2013 Peugeot E7?

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 E7 (2013)

184 real MOT outcomes analysed • 75.6% first-time pass rate

2013 Peugeot E7

CarHunch analysed 184 real MOT records for the 2013 Peugeot E7. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2013 Peugeot E7 falls short of the UK average, with a 75.6% first-time pass rate against the national 80%, and nearly 42% of vehicles in this cohort have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a significant concern for buyers prioritising safety. This is a real reliability weakness that warrants pre-purchase inspection.

These are high-mileage examples (median 205,120 miles) which explains some wear, but the average of 3.65 failures and 12.1 advisories per test suggests systemic issues beyond normal age-related decline. Before buying one, have an independent mechanic inspect the brake system and suspension closely, as these are the typical problem areas on this model at this age.

We have limited data for the 2013 Peugeot E7 — 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

75.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

41.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.65

Over 13.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

205k

Middle half: 160k–248k

For context

These stats describe 184 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 184 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Other issues 87.3%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Brake wear 39.4%

Parking brake efficiency below requirements · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …

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

Tyre wear 33.9%

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.

Exhaust & emissions 25.5%

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

Lighting 18.9%

Offside Front Position lamp not working · Nearside Front Position lamp not working · Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

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

Suspension & steering 11.1%

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

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 2013.

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Based on MOT data from 184 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 41.9% 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

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Peugeot E7 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.

205,120

typical

160,038

low mileage

247,804

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Peugeot E7 vehicles fall between 160,038 and 247,804 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 160,038 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.

✓ 160,038–247,804 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Peugeot E7s sit.

⚠ Over 334,535 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Peugeot E7 — Still on the Road

Most 2013 Peugeot E7s are still being driven.

115 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 79% 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

3.65

Avg failures per vehicle

12.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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