2016 Peugeot 2008 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 109,539 MOT tests analysed for the 2016 Peugeot 2008, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, body, structure & corrosion and tyres. Its pass rate of 82.9% was below the average for small SUVs of a similar age (85.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 19.1% in the 150k+ group versus 8.3% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 8.5% | 9,340 |
| 2 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.0% | 8,786 |
| 3 | Tyres | 4.1% | 4,491 |
| 4 | Suspension | 3.9% | 4,236 |
| 5 | Brakes | 3.4% | 3,710 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 2.3% | 2,514 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joints | 8,756 |
| 2 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 4,190 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 3,776 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 2,821 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 2,228 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 2,196 |
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 | 25.5% | 27,936 |
| 2 | Brakes | 24.6% | 26,926 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.8% | 11,860 |
| 4 | Suspension | 9.7% | 10,577 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 8.5% | 9,347 |
| 6 | Other defects | 8.2% | 9,009 |
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 | 17,617 | 8.3% |
| 30-60k | 57,026 | 16.3% |
| 60-90k | 28,074 | 22.5% |
| 90-120k | 5,790 | 24.9% |
| 120-150k | 877 | 24.5% |
| 150k+ | 147 | 19.1% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 56,813 | 16.1% |
| Diesel | 52,726 | 18.2% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 20,783 | 11.3% |
| 2022 | 21,615 | 14.9% |
| 2023 | 22,216 | 17.7% |
| 2024 | 22,512 | 20.2% |
| 2025 | 22,413 | 21.1% |
What to check before buying a 2016 2008
Before buying a 2016 Peugeot 2008, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 8.5% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (8.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (8.0% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
- Tyres (4.1% 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 2016 Peugeot 2008s pass their MOT?
82.9% of the 109,539 2016 Peugeot 2008 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 17.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2016 Peugeot 2008?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 8.5% of tests, followed by body, structure & corrosion (8.0%).
Does the 2016 2008 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.3% in the 0-30k band to 19.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 109,539 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.