2021 Peugeot 208 Puretech S/S — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 4,184 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Peugeot 208 Puretech S/S, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and brakes. Its pass rate of 90.7% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.3%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 7.3% | 305 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.6% | 150 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.9% | 79 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.3% | 55 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.1% | 47 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.3% | 11 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 364 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 53 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 46 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 42 |
| 5 | Brake discs | 38 |
| 6 | Washers | 29 |
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 | 17.4% | 727 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.4% | 687 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.6% | 192 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.1% | 170 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.7% | 73 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 28 |
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 | 2,537 | 7.4% |
| 30-60k | 1,533 | 12.3% |
| 60-90k | 106 | 10.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 141 | 5.7% |
| 2024 | 1,975 | 7.8% |
| 2025 | 2,066 | 11.0% |
What to check before buying a 2021 208 Puretech S/S
Before buying a 2021 Peugeot 208 Puretech S/S, 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 (3.6% 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 (1.9% 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.
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 208 Puretech S/Ss pass their MOT?
90.7% of the 4,184 2021 Peugeot 208 Puretech S/S MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Peugeot 208 Puretech S/S?
Visibility, recorded in 7.3% of tests, followed by tyres (3.6%).
Does the 2021 208 Puretech S/S get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.4% in the 0-30k band to 10.4% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,184 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.