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

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 Tweet?

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 Tweet?

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 Tweet vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

26% 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 Tweet reliable?

Based on MOT data from 337 vehicles, the 2016 Peugeot Tweet has a first-time MOT pass rate of 83.7%, 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 Tweet?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Peugeot Tweet are: Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (28.7% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (17.5% of vehicles), COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION (16.3% 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 2016 Peugeot Tweet?

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 Tweet (2016)

337 real MOT outcomes analysed • 83.7% first-time pass rate

2016 Peugeot Tweet

CarHunch analysed 337 real MOT records for the 2016 Peugeot Tweet. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 337 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2016 Peugeot Tweet passes its MOT slightly better than the UK average at 83.7% versus 80%, which is reassuring—but one in four of these cars (25.5%) has recorded a dangerous defect at some point, making them a higher-risk buy than most. Petrol and diesel breakdowns aren't available for this model, so reliability hinges on individual maintenance history rather than fuel type.

At just under 15,000 miles median, these Tweets have genuinely low mileage for their age, suggesting light urban use—yet they still average 0.8 failures and 2.8 advisories per test, pointing to wear issues that creep up even on lightly-driven cars. Before purchasing, request the full MOT history and have a pre-buy inspection focus on brake condition and structural corrosion, which typically drive the dangerous defect flagging on this model.

The 2016 Peugeot Tweet has a decent first-time pass rate (83.7%), 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

83.7%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

25.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.8

Over 4.2 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

15k

Middle half: 8k–24k

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 2.8 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 337 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 337 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 28.7%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 16.3%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Brake wear 15.1%

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied · …

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

Lighting 9.7%

Headlamp aim too low · Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

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

Suspension & steering 7.9%

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Peugeot Tweet

Based on MOT data from 337 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 25.5% 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,451 Peugeot Tweet vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 35.9%

879

Black 30.8%

754

Grey 20.6%

504

Blue 4.7%

116

Brown 2.5%

Cream 1.4%

Purple 1.2%

Bronze 1.1%

Silver 1.1%

Red 0.7%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Peugeot Tweet 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.

14,911

typical

7,813

low mileage

23,703

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Peugeot Tweet vehicles fall between 7,813 and 23,703 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,813 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.

✓ 7,813–23,703 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Peugeot Tweets sit.

⚠ Over 31,999 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 Tweet — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 36% of 2016 Peugeot Tweets are still active.

Numbers are declining — 90 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (36% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* 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

4.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.8

Avg failures per vehicle

2.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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