2020 Peugeot 208 Gt Line Ev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,573 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Peugeot 208 Gt Line Ev, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, suspension and tyres. Its pass rate of 85.7% was below the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 26.9% in the 60-90k group versus 10.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 6.2% | 159 |
| 2 | Suspension | 6.1% | 156 |
| 3 | Tyres | 5.9% | 152 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.1% | 28 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 17 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.2% | 6 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 180 |
| 2 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 155 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 46 |
| 4 | Ball joint dust cover | 41 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 19 |
| 6 | Washers | 16 |
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 | 29.5% | 759 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.0% | 231 |
| 3 | Suspension | 5.2% | 133 |
| 4 | Other defects | 4.1% | 105 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.3% | 86 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 2.5% | 63 |
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 | 1,633 | 10.5% |
| 30-60k | 856 | 20.1% |
| 60-90k | 78 | 26.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 784 | 7.3% |
| 2024 | 855 | 13.9% |
| 2025 | 920 | 20.8% |
What to check before buying a 2020 208 Gt Line Ev
Before buying a 2020 Peugeot 208 Gt Line Ev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 6.2% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (6.2% 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.
- Suspension (6.1% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Tyres (5.9% 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.
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 208 Gt Line Evs pass their MOT?
85.7% of the 2,573 2020 Peugeot 208 Gt Line Ev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 14.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Peugeot 208 Gt Line Ev?
Visibility, recorded in 6.2% of tests, followed by suspension (6.1%).
Does the 2020 208 Gt Line Ev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.5% in the 0-30k band to 26.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,573 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.