Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Peugeot Horizon?

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 2018 Peugeot Horizon?

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 2018 Peugeot Horizon?

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 2018 Peugeot Horizon reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,453 vehicles, the 2018 Peugeot Horizon has a first-time MOT pass rate of 83.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2018 Peugeot Horizon?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Peugeot Horizon are: Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (52.1% of vehicles), Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (51.2% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (25.1% 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 2018 Peugeot Horizon?

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 Horizon (2018)

1,453 real MOT outcomes analysed • 83.4% first-time pass rate

2018 Peugeot Horizon

CarHunch analysed 1,453 real MOT records for the 2018 Peugeot Horizon. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2018 Peugeot Horizon is slightly more reliable than average, with an 83.4% first-time MOT pass rate compared to the UK average of 80%. However, 15.8% of vehicles in this cohort have experienced a dangerous defect at some point, which is a moderate concern for a prospective buyer.

These cars show relatively low mileage for their age (median 19,669 miles), suggesting they're often lightly used, though they still rack up an average of 5.9 advisories per test—indicating some underlying wear issues emerging. When shopping for one, prioritise a pre-purchase inspection that focuses on the advisory items flagged in recent MOTs, as this will give you a clearer picture of what maintenance lies ahead.

The 2018 Peugeot Horizon passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (83.4%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ 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

83.4%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

15.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.22

Over 6.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

20k

Middle half: 12k–34k

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 5.9 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 1,453 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 1,453 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Suspension & steering 52.1%

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded · Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

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

Tyre wear 25.1%

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

Brake wear 18.2%

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.

Other issues 14.4%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

Lighting 9.5%

Nearside Front Position lamp not working · Offside Front Position lamp not working

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018.

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Before you buy a 2018 Peugeot Horizon

Based on MOT data from 1,453 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 15.8% 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 (94%)	1,366	83.2%	1.23
Petrol (6%)	87	86.1%	1

Colour Breakdown

Based on 9,925 Peugeot Horizon vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 30.8%

3,061

Grey 30.1%

2,990

Silver 22.1%

2,190

Bronze 5.8%

579

White 4.6%

452

Brown 4.2%

417

Black 1.7%

168

Beige 0.6%

Red 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Peugeot Horizon 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.

19,669

typical

11,568

low mileage

34,241

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Peugeot Horizon vehicles fall between 11,568 and 34,241 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 11,568 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.

✓ 11,568–34,241 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Peugeot Horizons sit.

⚠ Over 46,225 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Peugeot Horizon — Still on the Road

Most 2018 Peugeot Horizons are still being driven.

Strong survival — 1,225 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 87% 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

6.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.22

Avg failures per vehicle

5.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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