Used Peugeot Bipper

What to know before buying: Peugeot Bipper

From 1 forum thread and 3 press tests · updated 11/10/2026

What the reviews say

• The 2010 Bipper's overall inspection defect rate was 16% above the average for cars of the same model year.[3]one source
• The 2012 Bipper's overall defect rate was 16.3% above the average for cars of the same model year.[2]one source
• In the brakes category, the 2010 and 2012 Bipper performed 38.3% and 33.4% better than average, respectively.[2][3]
• Cars from both model years examined had more steering and visibility defects than their respective model-year averages.[2][3]

Typical faults

• Inspections of 2010 and 2012 cars frequently found badly worn suspension bushes, joints or bearings, damaged dampers, and cracked or weakened springs.[2][3]

  2010–2012

• Both model years showed power-steering fluid leaks or system faults and severely worn or loose steering ball joints.[2][3]

  2010–2012

• Lighting faults included failed bulbs, damaged lamps, and light colour, position or intensity that did not meet requirements.[2][3]

  2010–2012

• Visibility defects included damaged glass, ineffective wipers, and washers that supplied insufficient fluid.[2][3]

  2010–2012

• Inspections also found severe structural corrosion that substantially reduced the rigidity of joints.[2][3]

  2010–2012

Which engine and version to take

• Based on the available sources, the cautious pick is the 1.4 turbo-diesel manual: its owner review covers a 2011 car at 8,000 km, so it does not establish long-term reliability.[4]one source

What to avoid

• In one workshop case, a 1.3 HDI suddenly consumed 200 g of oil per 100 km and produced heavy oil smoke; its DPF was absent and EGR broken. This is a single case, not model-wide data.[1]one source

What to check at the inspection

• Check suspension bushes, joints, bearings, springs, and dampers for wear, cracks, and leaks.[2][3]
• Check the power-steering fluid level and leaks, steering-joint play, and the condition of protective boots.[2][3]
• Test every lamp, number-plate light, headlamp, windscreen wiper, and washer.[2][3]
• Inspect tyre tread and sidewalls, plus structural body areas—especially near seat-belt mounts—for dangerous damage and corrosion.[2][3]
• On a 1.3 HDI, check exhaust smoke, signs of oil consumption, and the presence and operation of the DPF and EGR systems.[1]one source

Verdict

Sources

1. [1]carmasters.org — Bipper 1.3 HDI · forum
2. [2]begagnadebilar.se — Vanliga fel på Peugeot BIPPER, 2012 – Besiktningsdata · press
3. [3]begagnadebilar.se — Vanliga fel på Peugeot BIPPER, 2010 – Besiktningsdata · press
4. [4]infocar.ua — Відгук Peugeot Bipper 2011 1.4 turbo дизель механічна · press

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