2008 Peugeot 4007: common problems and MOT failures

What goes wrong more than usual on a 2008 Peugeot 4007?

Parts flagged at MOT more often on the 2008 Peugeot 4007 than on all cars registered in 2008.

• Rigid brake pipes2.7× usual
  Peugeot 4007

  24.8% All 2008 cars

  9.3%

  Failed outright at MOT: 3.7%, against 1.7% of all 2008 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

  Rough price £100–£400 our estimate

  At the viewing: Ask to see underneath, or check the MOT advisories: corroded brake or fuel pipes get worse every year and fail the MOT when they do.

• Ball joint2.9× usual
  Peugeot 4007

  18% All 2008 cars

  6.2%

  Failed outright at MOT: 11.6%, against 3.2% of all 2008 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

  Rough price £60–£150 (one joint) ClickMechanic

  At the viewing: Listen for knocking over bumps and check the rubber boots behind the wheels aren't split.

• Track rod ends3.1× usual
  Peugeot 4007

  15.3% All 2008 cars

  5%

  Failed outright at MOT: 9.6%, against 2.4% of all 2008 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

  Rough price £50–£150 (one end, plus about £30–£50 if it needs a wheel alignment) ClickMechanic

  At the viewing: On a straight road the steering wheel should sit straight. Listen for knocks when turning, and check the steering feels even.

• Sub-frame2.6× usual
  Peugeot 4007

  15.4% All 2008 cars

  6%

  Failed outright at MOT: 1.4%, against 0.4% of all 2008 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

  Rough price £300–£1,000 our estimate

  At the viewing: Look underneath at the frame the suspension bolts to. Flaky rust or holes are expensive to fix.

• Ball joint dust cover3× usual
  Peugeot 4007

  13.4% All 2008 cars

  4.4%

  Failed outright at MOT: 4.5%, against 1.8% of all 2008 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

  Rough price £60–£150 (one joint) ClickMechanic

  At the viewing: Listen for knocking over bumps and check the rubber boots behind the wheels aren't split.

Common 2008 Peugeot 4007 MOT failures and advisories

The share of 2008 Peugeot 4007 MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.

• Suspension
  65% 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.

• Brakes
  50% 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.

• Lights and electrics
  38% of testsRough price £10–£80

  At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.

• Tyres
  34% 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.

• Oil and fluid leaks
  20% 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.

• Wipers, windscreen and mirrors
  14% of testsRough price £15–£250

  At the viewing: Check for chips in the driver's view, and test the wipers and washers.

Questions to ask the seller before buying a 2008 Peugeot 4007

Ask before you travel to see it. A seller who knows the car will have answers, and receipts.

1. Any recent work on the rigid brake pipes? (Flagged at MOT 2.7× as often on the 2008 Peugeot 4007 as on other cars the same age.)
2. Any recent work on the ball joint? (Flagged at MOT 2.9× as often on the 2008 Peugeot 4007 as on other cars the same age.)
3. Any recent work on the track rod ends? (Flagged at MOT 3.1× as often on the 2008 Peugeot 4007 as on other cars the same age.)
4. Can I see the service history and receipts for any big jobs?