Peugeot Rcz (2014)
2014 Peugeot Rcz
CarHunch analysed 1,698 real MOT records for the 2014 Peugeot Rcz. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2014 Peugeot RCZ passes its MOT slightly more often than the UK average—81.7% versus 80%—but that headline masks a serious concern: over one-third of these cars (34.9%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is substantially above the threshold for buyer worry. Petrol versions hold a modest 1.9-point advantage over diesel (82.5% versus 80.6%), though both are broadly comparable.
At 39,091 miles median mileage, these ten-year-old cars have typical wear for their age, yet they're averaging 2.15 failures per MOT attempt, suggesting nibbling corrosion or mechanical issues rather than sudden catastrophic problems. The 11.1 advisories per test indicate routine maintenance demands—expect suspension and exhaust work—so budget for regular upkeep and get a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension geometry and underbody condition before committing.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 1.9 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2014 Peugeot Rcz
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.
- ⚠️ 34.9% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (61%) | 1,037 | 82.5% | 2.06 |
| Diesel (39%) | 660 | 80.6% | 2.29 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 50% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 Peugeot Rcz 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 2014 Peugeot Rcz vehicles fall between 28,959 and 51,614 miles.
2014 Peugeot Rcz — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 1,477 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 90% 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 — 2014 Peugeot Rcz
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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53.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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53.3%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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33.7%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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31.7%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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29.5%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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26.1%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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24%
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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23.1%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014. Counts include advisories and failures.
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