Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Peugeot Premier?

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 2016 Peugeot Premier?

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 2016 Peugeot Premier?

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 2016 Peugeot Premier vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

47% 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 2016 Peugeot Premier reliable?

Based on MOT data from 215 vehicles, the 2016 Peugeot Premier has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Peugeot Premier?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Peugeot Premier are: Oil leak, but not excessive (96.3% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (42% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (41% 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 2016 Peugeot Premier?

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 Premier (2016)

215 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74.8% first-time pass rate

2016 Peugeot Premier

CarHunch analysed 215 real MOT records for the 2016 Peugeot Premier. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Peugeot Premier struggles with reliability, posting a 74.8% first-time pass rate that's notably below the UK average of 80%, and nearly half of these vehicles (46.5%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point during their MOT history. This diesel-only cohort shows consistent underperformance, with the diesel pass rate matching the overall figure at 74.6%.

These cars are running high mileage for their age—averaging 126,500 miles—which explains some wear, but the real concern is the pattern of failures: owners are dealing with an average of 3.2 failures per test alongside 16.7 advisories, suggesting systemic issues beyond normal aging. If you're considering one, get a full pre-purchase inspection by a diesel specialist and budget for repair reserves, because this model's track record indicates you're buying into above-average maintenance costs.

We have limited data for the 2016 Peugeot Premier — 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

74.8%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

46.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.2

Over 11.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

129k

Middle half: 92k–161k

For context

These stats describe 215 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 215 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Other issues 96.3%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

Tyre wear 42%

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside 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.

Suspension & steering 38.7%

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded · Offside Rear Coil spring corroded · Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement · …

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

Brake wear 25.2%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

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

Lighting 22.9%

Nearside Front Position lamp not working · Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured · Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured · …

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Peugeot Premier

Based on MOT data from 215 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 46.5% 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 (98%)	211	74.6%	3.23

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,021 Peugeot Premier vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 46.7%

477

Black 28.1%

287

Blue 11.2%

114

Silver 9.4%

Grey 3.6%

Multi-colour 1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Peugeot Premier 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.

129,446

typical

91,781

low mileage

160,945

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Peugeot Premier vehicles fall between 91,781 and 160,945 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 91,781 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.

✓ 91,781–160,945 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Peugeot Premiers sit.

⚠ Over 217,275 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Peugeot Premier — Still on the Road

Most 2016 Peugeot Premiers are still being driven.

151 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 74% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
* 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

11.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.2

Avg failures per vehicle

16.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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