2012 Peugeot RCZ MOT pass rate, common failures & what to check
In 2025, 61.8% of Peugeot RCZ cars first used in 2012 passed their MOT first time, against 63.5% for all cars first used in 2012. Across 5,810 RCZ first tests from 2023 to 2025, the most common failure areas were lamps and electrical equipment, suspension and tyres.
This page analyses first MOT tests for Peugeot RCZ cars first used in 2012 (all trims grouped): 2021 to 2025 for the pass-rate trend, and 2023 to 2025 for the failure and advisory analysis — plus what is worth checking before you buy one.
Data: DVSA anonymised MOT tests to December 2025 · Calculated by SortedCars · Updated October 2026
How the 2012 Peugeot RCZ MOT pass rate has changed
Share of first tests passed in each year, RCZ cars first used in 2012 against all cars first used in 2012 (any make or fuel; not adjusted for mileage, fuel or use). In 2025 the RCZ figure was in line with the all-cars figure.
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| Test year | 2012 RCZ | All cars first used 2012 | RCZ first tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 67.7% | 68.8% | 2,120 |
| 2022 | 66.5% | 67.4% | 2,081 |
| 2023 | 63.3% | 65.6% | 2,047 |
| 2024 | 64.1% | 64.3% | 1,917 |
| 2025 | 61.8% | 63.5% | 1,846 |
Common 2012 Peugeot RCZ MOT failures
Share of the 2,146 failed first tests (2023–2025) with at least one failure in each area. A test can fail in more than one area, so the shares add up to more than 100%.
Most common failure items
| DVSA failure item | Share of failed first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Coil spring: fractured or broken | 24.8% | 532 |
| Drive shaft joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt | 12.1% | 259 |
| Stop lamp: not working | 9.2% | 198 |
| Tread depth: below requirements of 1.6mm | 8.6% | 184 |
| Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 7.7% | 166 |
Item names are DVSA’s own wording. 2023–2025 combined.
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Typical repair costs for common MOT failures
Typical UK garage prices for the job, not for an RCZ in particular, and not a quote.
| Failure item | Typical job | Typical UK price | Usual range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coil spring: fractured or broken | Coil spring replacement | £248 | £175–£400 |
From published UK repair-cost guides, checked September 2026. Only jobs with a published typical price are shown.
What to check on a 2012 Peugeot RCZ before buying
The three areas where failed first tests most often had a fault, 2023–2025.
- Lamps and electrics. Ask someone to watch while you work the brake lights, indicators, sidelights, dipped and main beam, and the number-plate lamps.
- Suspension. Worth looking behind the front wheels with a torch at the coil springs, and listening for knocks over bumps on the test drive.
- Tyres. Worth checking the tread depth across the whole width of each tyre, and the sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges.
Common 2012 Peugeot RCZ MOT advisories
Advisories are points the tester noted that did not fail the car. Most common on 2012 RCZ cars, as a share of all 5,810 first tests, 2023–2025.
| DVSA advisory item | Share of first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge | 18.9% | 1,100 |
| Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened | 15.9% | 921 |
| Engine oil leaks: leak, but not excessive | 11.2% | 652 |
| Tyre condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing | 9.3% | 541 |
| Suspension arm pins and bushes: pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement | 7.6% | 443 |
Questions about the 2012 Peugeot RCZ MOT
What is the MOT pass rate of a 2012 Peugeot RCZ?
In 2025, 61.8% of RCZ cars first used in 2012 passed their MOT first time, against 63.5% for all cars first used in 2012. A car fixed during the test counts as a fail.
What does a 2012 RCZ most often fail its MOT on?
Lamps and electrical equipment (in 40.4% of failed first tests, 2023–2025), suspension (35.8%) and tyres (19.2%). The single most common item was “Coil spring: fractured or broken” (24.8%).
How often does a 2012 Peugeot RCZ fail its MOT?
In 2025, 38.2% of first tests on RCZ cars first used in 2012 did not pass first time: 31.0% failed, and a further 7.3% had a fault fixed during the test (counted as a fail here). Across 2023–2025, 2,146 of 5,810 first tests did not pass first time.
What are the most common 2012 Peugeot RCZ MOT advisories?
“Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge” (on 18.9% of first tests, 2023–2025), “Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened” (15.9%), “Engine oil leaks: leak, but not excessive” (11.2%), “Tyre condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing” (9.3%) and “Suspension arm pins and bushes: pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement” (7.6%).
Is a 2012 Peugeot RCZ reliable?
An MOT pass rate shows what failed at the test, not how reliable a car is. For this group of cars the first-time pass rate went from 67.7% in 2021 to 61.8% in 2025. For one particular car, its own MOT history matters more than the average.
Other cars first used in 2012
The most-tested cars from the same year. Each page uses the same method.
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