2020 Peugeot 2008 Ss — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 286 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Peugeot 2008 Ss, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and brakes. Its pass rate of 88.5% was below the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 17.8% in the 60-90k group versus 12.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 7.3% | 21 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.9% | 11 |
| 3 | Brakes | 3.1% | 9 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.5% | 7 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 2 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.7% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 24 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 7 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 4 |
| 4 | Washers | 4 |
| 5 | Joints | 3 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 3 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 24.5% | 70 |
| 2 | Tyres | 21.7% | 62 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.3% | 18 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.2% | 15 |
| 5 | Suspension | 5.2% | 15 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.4% | 4 |
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 | 72 | 12.5% |
| 30-60k | 163 | 9.2% |
| 60-90k | 45 | 17.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 100 | 13.0% |
| 2024 | 89 | 9.0% |
| 2025 | 96 | 12.5% |
What to check before buying a 2020 2008 Ss
Before buying a 2020 Peugeot 2008 Ss, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 7.3% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (7.3% 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 (3.9% 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 (3.1% 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 2020 Peugeot 2008 Sss pass their MOT?
88.5% of the 286 2020 Peugeot 2008 Ss MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Peugeot 2008 Ss?
Visibility, recorded in 7.3% of tests, followed by tyres (3.9%).
Does the 2020 2008 Ss get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.5% in the 0-30k band to 17.8% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 286 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.