Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 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 2018 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 2018 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 2018 Peugeot Tweet vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

21% 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 Tweet reliable?

Based on MOT data from 222 vehicles, the 2018 Peugeot Tweet has a first-time MOT pass rate of 86.6%, 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 Tweet?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 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 2018 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 (2018)

222 real MOT outcomes analysed • 86.6% first-time pass rate

2018 Peugeot Tweet

CarHunch analysed 222 real MOT records for the 2018 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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The 2018 Peugeot Tweet performs better than average with an 86.6% first-time MOT pass rate against the UK average of 80%, though the 21.2% of vehicles that have recorded a dangerous defect is a red flag worth investigating on any used example you're considering. These are low-mileage cars averaging just 12,909 miles, which explains the relatively strong pass rate, but the 21.2% dangerous defect rate suggests specific structural or safety issues have affected a meaningful portion of the cohort.

Most vehicles come through MOT with just 0.58 failures and 2.0 advisories on average, indicating the failures are generally minor when they occur. Before committing to a purchase, get a full pre-sale inspection that specifically probes for the defect patterns affecting this model, and check the vehicle's individual MOT history for any record of dangerous issues.

We have limited data for the 2018 Peugeot Tweet — 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

86.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

21.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.58

Over 3.7 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

11k

Middle half: 5k–18k

For context

These stats describe 222 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 222 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 2018.

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Based on MOT data from 222 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 21.2% 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 2018 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.

10,776

typical

4,974

low mileage

17,503

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Peugeot Tweet vehicles fall between 4,974 and 17,503 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,974 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.

✓ 4,974–17,503 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Peugeot Tweets sit.

⚠ Over 23,629 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 Tweet — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 53% of 2018 Peugeot Tweets are still active.

92 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 53% of the peak remain.

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

3.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.58

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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