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

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 Partner?

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 Partner?

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 2018 Peugeot Partner vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

29% 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 2018 Peugeot Partner reliable?

Based on MOT data from 14,853 vehicles, the 2018 Peugeot Partner has a first-time MOT pass rate of 78.4%, 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 Partner?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Peugeot Partner are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (43.7% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (43.5% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (35.3% 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 Partner?

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 Partner (2018)

14,853 real MOT outcomes analysed • 78.4% first-time pass rate

2018 Peugeot Partner

CarHunch analysed 14,853 real MOT records for the 2018 Peugeot Partner. 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 Partner's 78.4% first-time pass rate sits just below the UK average of 80%, and nearly 29% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect—a significant concern for potential buyers. The diesel versions (which make up 91% of the fleet) are particularly weak at 77.1% pass rate, while the scarce petrol variants perform much better at 91.2%, suggesting diesel reliability is the real issue here.

At roughly 69,000 miles median mileage for a six-year-old van, these Partners are running at typical usage levels, yet they're averaging 1.57 failures and 6.4 advisories per test—pointing to emerging wear issues rather than major design flaws. If you're considering a diesel Partner, budget for brake work and suspension attention based on the advisory patterns, and seriously inspect any candidate's full MOT history before committing.

The 2018 Peugeot Partner has a decent first-time pass rate (78.4%), 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

78.4%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

28.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.57

Over 6.5 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

69k

Middle half: 49k–91k

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 6.4 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 14,853 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 14,853 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 43.7%

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.

Other issues 30.8%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view · COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · …

Lighting 25.3%

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

Brake wear 23.2%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

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 2018.

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Based on MOT data from 14,853 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 28.6% 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 (91%)	13,490	77.2%	1.67
Petrol (8%)	1,169	91.2%	0.63
Electric (1%)	116	85.2%	0.96
Other (0%)	66	97.6%	0.15

Colour Breakdown

Based on 238,580 Peugeot Partner vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 61.6%

146,920

Silver 12.4%

29,474

Red 10.6%

25,237

Grey 6.1%

14,438

Blue 5.1%

12,276

Green 1.6%

3,769

Black 1.4%

3,223

Bronze 0.4%

1,015

Brown 0.4%

965

Yellow 0.3%

809

Beige 0.1%

291

Orange 0.1%

163

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Peugeot Partner 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.

68,834

typical

49,349

low mileage

91,373

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Peugeot Partner vehicles fall between 49,349 and 91,373 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 49,349 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.

✓ 49,349–91,373 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Peugeot Partners sit.

⚠ Over 123,353 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 Partner — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Peugeot Partners are still on the road.

Strong survival — 13,278 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 92% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

6.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.57

Avg failures per vehicle

6.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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