2006 Peugeot 307: common problems and what to check
What gets flagged at MOT on 2006 Peugeot 307s, from 5,352 tests in 2025, plus known faults and what to look at before you buy one.
What stands out
Parts flagged at MOT more often on 2006 Peugeot 307s than on all cars registered in 2006.
- Steering rack inner joints4.7× usualPeugeot 30718.4% All 2006 cars3.9%
Failed outright at MOT: 0%, against 0% of all 2006 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.
Rough price £100–£450 our estimateAt the viewing: On a straight road the steering wheel should sit straight. Listen for knocks when turning, and check the steering feels even.
- Brake discs1.9× usualPeugeot 30726.5% All 2006 cars14.3%
Failed outright at MOT: 1.8%, against 1% of all 2006 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.
Rough price £150–£350 our estimateAt the viewing: Look through the wheel at the brake disc: a deep lip at the edge or heavy scoring means they're worn. Feel for judder when braking.
- Sidelights2× usualPeugeot 30714% All 2006 cars7%
Failed outright at MOT: 9.8%, against 6.1% of all 2006 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.
Rough price £10–£80 our estimateAt the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light while you work the switches: indicators, brake lights, fog lights and reversing lights.
- Track rod ends2× usualPeugeot 30711.2% All 2006 cars5.7%
Failed outright at MOT: 4.7%, against 2.4% of all 2006 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.
Rough price £50–£150 (one end, plus about £30–£50 if it needs a wheel alignment) ClickMechanicAt the viewing: On a straight road the steering wheel should sit straight. Listen for knocks when turning, and check the steering feels even.
- Anti-roll bar link joints1.9× usualPeugeot 3077.8% All 2006 cars4.2%
Failed outright at MOT: 3.2%, against 1.5% of all 2006 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.
Rough price £60–£150 (one joint) ClickMechanicAt the viewing: Listen for knocking over bumps and check the rubber boots behind the wheels aren't split.
Rigid brake pipes: 1.9% here, against 14.1% of all 2006 cars. Sub-frame: 1.1% here, against 7.1% of all 2006 cars.
By area
The share of 2006 Peugeot 307 MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.
- Suspension53% of testsRough price £120–£400
At the viewing: Listen for knocks over speed bumps, and look behind each front wheel for a snapped coil spring.
- Lights and electrics50% of testsRough price £10–£80
At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.
- Brakes41% of testsRough price £150–£350
At the viewing: Look for a lip on the disc edges and feel for judder or pulling when braking firmly from about 40mph.
- Tyres36% of testsRough price £70–£150
At the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges, and look for cracks or bulges.
- Steering21% of testsRough price £100–£450
At the viewing: On a straight road the steering wheel should sit straight. Feel for play or knocking when turning.
- Oil and fluid leaks19% of testsRough price £80–£600
At the viewing: Look under the engine and on the ground where the car is usually parked for fresh oil or fluid.
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Other years
| Year | MOT tests | Most flagged |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,458 | Suspension 52% |
| 2007 | 5,772 | Suspension 54% |
| 2005 | 3,375 | Suspension 53% |
| 2004 | 2,519 | Suspension 53% |
| 2003 | 1,710 | Suspension 54% |
| 2002 | 1,028 | Suspension 55% |
Where this comes from: the DVSA's anonymised results for every MOT test in Great Britain in 2025, counting tests of 2006 Peugeot 307s registered in 2006. "Flagged" includes advisories, so it isn't the same as a fail rate. How we score