2021 Peugeot 2008 Ss — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,065 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Peugeot 2008 Ss, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, brakes and tyres. Its pass rate of 87.7% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 15.2% in the 90-120k group versus 6.7% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 8.8% | 94 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.9% | 41 |
| 3 | Tyres | 3.5% | 37 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 15 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.0% | 11 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.9% | 10 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 101 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 27 |
| 3 | Brake discs | 25 |
| 4 | Washers | 24 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 23 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 11 |
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 | 21.4% | 228 |
| 2 | Brakes | 19.0% | 202 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.1% | 65 |
| 4 | Suspension | 4.9% | 52 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.4% | 47 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.8% | 19 |
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 | 312 | 6.7% |
| 30-60k | 544 | 13.8% |
| 60-90k | 175 | 17.1% |
| 90-120k | 33 | 15.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 532 | 13.4% |
| 2025 | 513 | 10.9% |
What to check before buying a 2021 2008 Ss
Before buying a 2021 Peugeot 2008 Ss, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 8.8% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (8.8% 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.
- Brakes (3.9% 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.
- Tyres (3.5% 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.
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 Sss pass their MOT?
87.7% of the 1,065 2021 Peugeot 2008 Ss MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 12.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Peugeot 2008 Ss?
Visibility, recorded in 8.8% of tests, followed by brakes (3.9%).
Does the 2021 2008 Ss get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.7% in the 0-30k band to 15.2% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,065 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.