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Common Problems with the
2007–2014 Peugeot 207

We've identified 5 known issues that can affect the 2007–2014 Peugeot 207. 2 of these are serious faults that could be expensive to repair.

5
Known Issues
2
Serious
2
Moderate
1
Minor

The 2007–2014 period has 2 more issues than the Peugeot 207 average across all year periods.

All Known Issues

Electric Power Steering (EPAS) Column Failure

SeriousSteering

The EPAS column is the single biggest reliability concern on the 207. It can fail without warning, causing sudden heavy steering. Some cars have had multiple column replacements under warranty.

Most affected: All variants with EPAS

Estimated cost: £400–£900Affects: 2006–2014Often appears around: 40,000–90,000 miles

Typical symptoms

  • •Sudden heavy steering
  • •EPS warning light
  • •Steering intermittently unassisted

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Test steering at very low speed and during parking manoeuvres
  • ✓Check for EPS warning light on startup and while driving

VTi Timing Chain Stretch (Prince Engine)

SeriousEngine

The 1.4 VTi and 1.6 VTi Prince engines suffer from timing chain stretch and tensioner failure, leading to chain rattle on cold start, rough running and potentially catastrophic engine damage if the chain jumps.

Most affected: 1.4 VTi, 1.6 VTi

Estimated cost: £500–£1,200Affects: 2007–2014Often appears around: 40,000–70,000 miles

Typical symptoms

  • •Rattle on cold start
  • •Engine management light
  • •Rough idle or misfire
  • •Loss of power

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Start the engine from cold and listen for rattling
  • ✓Look for timing chain invoices
  • ✓Check oil change history

EGR Valve Sticking (1.6 HDi)

ModerateEngine

The exhaust gas recirculation valve on the 1.6 HDi diesel can stick open or closed, causing rough idle, poor performance and excessive emissions. Carbon build-up is the main cause.

Most affected: 1.6 HDi 90, 1.6 HDi 110

Estimated cost: £150–£400Affects: 2006–2014Often appears around: 50,000–90,000 miles

Typical symptoms

  • •Rough idle
  • •Loss of power
  • •Engine management light
  • •Excessive black smoke

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Scan for EGR-related fault codes
  • ✓Check for EGR replacement invoices

DPF Clogging (1.6 HDi Short Trips)

ModerateExhaust & Emissions

The diesel particulate filter on the 1.6 HDi clogs quickly on short urban journeys, triggering limp mode, excessive fuel consumption and eventually requiring forced regeneration or removal.

Most affected: 1.6 HDi 90, 1.6 HDi 110

Estimated cost: £200–£1,200Affects: 2007–2014Often appears around: 40,000–80,000 miles with urban use

Typical symptoms

  • •Anti-pollution warning light
  • •Limp mode
  • •Cooling fan running after shutdown

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Ask about typical journey types
  • ✓Check for DPF cleaning or forced-regen invoices

Headlight Lens UV Clouding

MinorBodywork & Rust

The polycarbonate headlight lenses deteriorate and cloud with UV exposure, reducing light output and failing MOTs. Replacement headlight units are expensive.

Most affected: All variants

Estimated cost: £80–£300Affects: 2006–2014Often appears around: Age-related

Typical symptoms

  • •Cloudy or yellowed headlight lenses
  • •Reduced night-time visibility
  • •MOT failure on light output

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Inspect both headlights for clouding or hazing
  • ✓Check MOT history for headlight-related advisories

Buying Tips for the 2007 Peugeot 207

  • ✓CRITICAL: Check the EPAS steering for heaviness or warning lights; column failure is common and dangerous
  • ✓On VTi petrols, listen for timing-chain rattle on cold start
  • ✓On 1.6 HDi diesels, check for EGR valve issues and DPF clogging from short trips
  • ✓Inspect headlight lenses for UV clouding, which is expensive to replace
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