Peugeot Independence (2016)
2016 Peugeot Independence
CarHunch analysed 514 real MOT records for the 2016 Peugeot Independence. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2016 Peugeot Independence passes its MOT at 79.5%, essentially matching the UK average of 80%, so reliability is broadly unremarkable—but the concerning figure is that 34.6% of vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, well above the threshold where buyers should be cautious about what they're inheriting. At a median mileage of 42,354 miles for a nine-year-old car, these are relatively low-mileage examples, yet they're still racking up an average of 2.19 failures and 9.0 advisories per test, suggesting wear issues are catching up despite gentle use. Before viewing one, request the full MOT history and have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the systems that typically fail on this model—the advisory count hints at accumulating minor defects that compound over time—and seriously factor in the cost of rectifying those dangerous defects, as they won't fix themselves.
What to check before buying a 2016 Peugeot Independence
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 34.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (100%) | 513 | 79.5% | 2.2 |
| Petrol (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2016 Peugeot Independence vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2016 Peugeot Independence vehicles fall between 28,138 and 67,945 miles.
2016 Peugeot Independence — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 457 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 91% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2016 Peugeot Independence
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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52.9%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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44.5%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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30.3%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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28.9%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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25.4%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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25%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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22.3%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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22.3%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016. Counts include advisories and failures.
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