Peugeot Unknown (2002)
2002 Peugeot Unknown
CarHunch analysed 130 real MOT records for the 2002 Peugeot Unknown. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
A 4.4% first-time pass rate tells you these 2002 Peugeots are in serious trouble—that's 18 times worse than the UK average of 80%—and with dangerous defects recorded in less than 1% of cases, the failures are widespread but not typically safety-critical. This cohort is genuinely unreliable by modern standards and should only be considered by buyers comfortable with frequent and potentially expensive repairs.
The median mileage of 292,539 km suggests these survivors have been well-used, though the low average failures (0.04 per vehicle) implies the dataset skews toward cars that've somehow limped through without major documented issues—a misleading picture. Before committing to one of these vehicles, get a full pre-purchase inspection from a mechanic you trust, because the MOT data alone doesn't capture the full story of what's been repaired or patched over the years.
What to check before buying a 2002 Peugeot Unknown
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.
- 📄 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (54%) | 70 | 2.6% | 0.01 |
| Petrol (43%) | 56 | 1.2% | 0.02 |
| Diesel (3%) | 4 | 80.4% | 0.75 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2002 Peugeot Unknown 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 2002 Peugeot Unknown vehicles fall between 30,504 and 292,539 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2002 Peugeot Unknown
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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36.4%
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
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36.4%
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
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27.3%
exhaust fouling body
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27.3%
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
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27.3%
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
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27.3%
Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage
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27.3%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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27.3%
Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2002. Counts include advisories and failures.
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