🔥 Known Engine Defects

Peugeot 208 (2013–2019)

The Peugeot 208 (2013-2019) has a concerning MOT failure rate of 23.2%, indicating reliability issues.

Typical repair: £180 – £1,050 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 3874 tests analyzed

Low Risk

Peugeot 2008 (2015–2015)

The Peugeot 2008 (2015-2015) has a concerning MOT failure rate and significant engine defect issues.

Typical repair: £145 – £950 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 2069 tests analyzed

Low Risk

Peugeot 207 (2011–2012)

The Peugeot 207 (2011-2012) has a concerning MOT failure rate of 28.9%, indicating reliability issues.

Typical repair: £180 – £1,050 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 3766 tests analyzed

Medium Risk

Ford FOCUS (2008–2013)

The Ford FOCUS (2008-2013) has a concerning MOT failure rate of 25.2%, highlighting significant reliability issues.

Typical repair: £220 – £1,400 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 25409 tests analyze...

Low Risk

Citroen C3 (2008–2018)

The Citroen C3 (2008-2018) has a concerning MOT failure rate of 29.1%, indicating reliability issues.

Typical repair: £210 – £1,200 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 5430 tests analyzed

Medium Risk

Vauxhall ASTRA (2008–2012)

The Vauxhall Astra (2008-2012) has a concerning 24.5% overall MOT failure rate, indicating significant reliability issues.

Typical repair: £150 – £900 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 14820 tests analyze...

Low Risk

Vauxhall ZAFIRA (2010–2015)

The Vauxhall ZAFIRA (2010-2015) has a concerning 24% overall MOT failure rate, indicating reliability issues.

Typical repair: £250 – £1,550 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 2512 tests analyzed

Low Risk

Ford KA (2010–2010)

The Ford KA (2010-2010) has a high MOT failure rate, indicating reliability concerns.

Typical repair: £250 – £1,550 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 142 tests analyzed

Medium Risk

Fiat 500 (2010–2013)

The Fiat 500 (2010-2013) shows concerning MOT failure rates, particularly in engine defects.

Typical repair: £210 – £1,200 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 86 tests analyzed

Medium Risk

Nissan QASHQAI (2008–2010)

The Nissan QASHQAI (2008-2010) has a concerning 32% overall MOT failure rate, indicating reliability issues.

Typical repair: £250 – £1,550 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 6526 tests analyzed

Medium Risk

Volkswagen POLO (2008–2011)

The Volkswagen POLO (2008-2011) has a concerning overall MOT failure rate of 29%.

Typical repair: £250 – £1,550 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 4093 tests analyzed

Medium Risk

Ford S-MAX (2008–2008)

The Ford S-MAX (2008-2008) has a concerning MOT failure rate of 27%, indicating reliability issues.

Typical repair: £250 – £1,550 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 1150 tests analyzed

Medium Risk

Skoda FABIA (2010–2010)

The Skoda FABIA (2010-2010) has a concerning MOT failure rate, particularly in engine defects.

Typical repair: £145 – £950 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 1226 tests analyzed

Low Risk

Bmw 3 SERIES (2009–2009)

The BMW 3 Series (2009) has a concerning MOT failure rate of 22.7%, indicating reliability issues.

Typical repair: £180 – £1,050 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 3853 tests analyzed

Low Risk

Bmw 118 (2009–2009)

The BMW 118 (2009-2009) has a concerning reliability record, particularly in engine defects.

Typical repair: £180 – £1,050 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 1060 tests analyzed

Low Risk

Ford ECOSPORT (2016–2016)

The Ford ECOSPORT (2016-2016) has a concerning MOT failure rate of 21%, indicating reliability issues.

Typical repair: £250 – £1,550 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 566 tests analyzed

Low Risk

Peugeot 308 (2010–2010)

The Peugeot 308 (2010-2010) has a concerning MOT failure rate of 27.4%, indicating reliability issues.

Typical repair: £185 – £1,300 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 1942 tests analyzed

Medium Risk

Nissan JUKE (2014–2014)

The Nissan JUKE (2014-2014) has significant reliability concerns, particularly with engine defects.

Typical repair: £250 – £1,550 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 2862 tests analyzed

Medium Risk

Volkswagen GOLF (2010–2010)

The 2010 Volkswagen Golf has a concerning engine defect rate, warranting caution for potential buyers.

Typical repair: £180 – £1,050 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 7170 tests analyzed

Low Risk

Toyota YARIS (2008–2008)

The 2008 Toyota Yaris has a concerning MOT failure rate, particularly in engine defects.

Typical repair: £150 – £900 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 790 tests analyzed

Low Risk

Ford FIESTA (2008–2014)

The Ford FIESTA (2008-2014) has a concerning MOT failure rate of 28%, particularly in engine defects.

Typical repair: £150 – £900 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 5597 tests analyzed

Medium Risk

Vauxhall CORSA (2012–2013)

The Vauxhall Corsa (2012-2013) has a concerning 27.5% overall MOT failure rate.

Typical repair: £215 – £1,450 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 3452 tests analyzed

Medium Risk

Vauxhall INSIGNIA (2014–2014)

The Vauxhall Insignia (2014-2014) has a concerning engine defect rate and overall high MOT failure rate.

Typical repair: £150 – £900 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 3800 tests analyzed

Low Risk

Ford C-MAX (2011–2011)

The Ford C-MAX (2011-2011) has a concerning MOT failure rate of 22.6%, indicating potential reliability issues.

Typical repair: £180 – £1,050 Source: DVSA MOT bulk data — 1268 tests analyzed

Low Risk