How reliable is the Peugeot 307?
Owner-reported reliability data: inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Peugeot 307 consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. The most commonly reported issues are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Above average reliability
Based on 44,607 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 92.6%.
Peugeot 307 reliability by year
How the Peugeot 307 performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 90.8% | – |
| 2001 | 91.7% | – |
| 2002 | 92% | – |
| 2003 | 92.6% | 109,710 km |
| 2004 | 56.6% | – |
| 2005 | 56.2% | – |
| 2006 | 57.9% | – |
| 2007 | 57.8% | – |
| 2008 | 59.7% | – |
| 2009 | 61% | – |
| 2010 | 93.2% | – |
| 2011 | 91.6% | – |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Peugeot 307 as a model. The reliability of any individual Peugeot 307 also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Peugeot 307 reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Peugeot 307 consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 93%. Reliability varies by year and engine: see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Peugeot 307?
The most common owner-reported issues are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.7% of inspections); A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (3.3% of inspections); Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.2% of inspections); The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (2.8% of inspections); The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (2.6% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Peugeot 307?
For a typical Peugeot 307, owner-reported average mileage works out to about – at 3 years, 109,710 km at 5 years, and 157,634 km at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution, high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Peugeot 307 before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car, model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.