PEUGEOT 208 MOT pass rate
78.5% of 295,206 PEUGEOT 208 MOT tests pass.
The 208 has a pass rate of 78.5%, a little higher than the average across all PEUGEOT models (74.1%).
The PEUGEOT 208's pass rate of 78.5% is in line with the national average for cars, at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the PEUGEOT 208 tested at 0–3 years pass 92.4% of the time, compared with just 68.9% at 10–15 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 92.4% | 18,379 | 21,899 miles |
| 3–6 years | 87.1% | 64,375 | 30,885 miles |
| 6–10 years | 78.4% | 128,058 | 56,045 miles |
| 10–15 years | 68.9% | 84,385 | 74,261 miles |
| 15+ years | too few tests (9) | 9 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the PEUGEOT 208
The most common reason the PEUGEOT 208 fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 43.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 43.2% | Not working |
| Body, chassis, structure | 24.8% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 23.8% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Tyres | 22.3% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Brakes | 21.1% | Significantly and obviously worn |
| Suspension | 18.7% | Ball joint excessively worn |
| Visibility | 12.3% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Steering | 3.3% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 1.6% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Road Wheels | 1.0% | Fixing missing |
Related PEUGEOT models
- PEUGEOT 3008 — 78.9% pass rate
- PEUGEOT PARTNER — 73.0% pass rate
- PEUGEOT 207 — 60.4% pass rate
- PEUGEOT 308 — 71.5% pass rate
- PEUGEOT 2008 — 81.5% pass rate
- PEUGEOT 107 — 70.3% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the PEUGEOT 208?
- 78.5% of PEUGEOT 208 MOT tests pass, based on 295,206 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the PEUGEOT 208?
- The most common reason the PEUGEOT 208 fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 43.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the PEUGEOT 208's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the PEUGEOT service history guide for how to check and keep one.