2021 Peugeot 2008 Puretech S/S Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,513 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Peugeot 2008 Puretech S/S Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and brakes. Its pass rate of 90.1% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 18.4% in the 60-90k group versus 7.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 8.1% | 122 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.4% | 36 |
| 3 | Brakes | 2.1% | 32 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.7% | 25 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 23 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 9 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 141 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 31 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 25 |
| 4 | Washers | 18 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 14 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 10 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 15.7% | 237 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.2% | 230 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.3% | 81 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.3% | 65 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.8% | 58 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.3% | 5 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 949 | 7.6% |
| 30-60k | 515 | 13.4% |
| 60-90k | 49 | 18.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 38 | 5.3% |
| 2024 | 737 | 9.1% |
| 2025 | 737 | 11.0% |
What to check before buying a 2021 2008 Puretech S/S Auto
Before buying a 2021 Peugeot 2008 Puretech S/S Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 8.1% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (8.1% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (2.4% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Brakes (2.1% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2021 Peugeot 2008 Puretech S/S Autos pass their MOT?
90.1% of the 1,513 2021 Peugeot 2008 Puretech S/S Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Peugeot 2008 Puretech S/S Auto?
Visibility, recorded in 8.1% of tests, followed by tyres (2.4%).
Does the 2021 2008 Puretech S/S Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.6% in the 0-30k band to 18.4% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,513 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.