At a Glance
The Peugeot Partner Mk2 has 40 identified problems that occur more often than the UK average, with Number plate lamp not working being the most reported. Electrical is the most common MOT failure category. The most serious issue flagged is Stop lamp not working, rated as dangerous. Based on 968K MOT tests from DVSA data.
Problems are patterns in the DVSA data that occur significantly more often on this model than the UK average — confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read how we calculate MOT pass rates and problems →
Below: the full MOT-data picture for the Peugeot Partner Mk2 — MOT pass rate vs the UK average, common problems vs UK fleet patterns, the most likely MOT failures by frequency, fault occurrence by mileage band, and pass/fail trends. All numbers drawn from DVSA records.
Peugeot Partner Mk2 MOT Pass Rate
Across 968K MOT tests from DVSA data, the Peugeot Partner Mk2 (2008–2018) has a fail rate of 34.7%.
UK average fail rate (2008–2018): 38.0%
Common Peugeot Partner Mk2 Problems
Owner-submitted reports plus patterns we've identified across 559 million UK MOT tests. Each MOT-derived item below — whether tagged as a Problem, Wear & Tear or Consumable — shows up noticeably more often on this generation than across the UK fleet, which is why it's here. Owner reports are pinned to the top by default; use the sort and filter pills below to view a specific tier or change the order.
Number plate lamp not working
71,355
occurrences
Stop lamp not working
68,777
occurrences
Position lamp not working
68,171
occurrences
Driveshaft fault
40,854
occurrences
Windscreen washer not working
35,993
occurrences
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Problems by mileage
Common problems, MOT failures and advisories on the Peugeot Partner Mk2, grouped by the mileage they typically appear at.
757 distinct problems · 1,520,915 total occurrences in current filter
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Advisory items are MOT tester observations. Frequency can be influenced by driving style and usage patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Peugeot Partner Mk2 problems?
Based on DVSA MOT data for the Peugeot Partner Mk2 (2008–2018), we have identified 40 common problems. The most frequently reported is "Number plate lamp not working". Electrical is the most common MOT failure category.
How reliable is the Peugeot Partner Mk2?
This generation has 968K MOT tests on record with a 34.7% fail rate. A fault is flagged as a "Common Problem" only when it occurs significantly more often on this model than the UK average, confirmed at 99% statistical confidence.
What commonly fails the MOT on a Peugeot Partner Mk2?
There are 196 distinct MOT failure types recorded for the Mk2 (2008–2018), grouped by the mileage these failures typically occur. See the Common MOT Failures section on this page.
Can I report a problem with my Peugeot Partner Mk2?
Yes — use the "Tell Us About Your Problem" form on this page. Your report helps other Peugeot Partner owners spot problems early. All submissions are reviewed before being added to the public database.
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