2020 Peugeot 3008 Gt S/S Phev 4X4 Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,285 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Peugeot 3008 Gt S/S Phev 4X4 Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, suspension and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 88.3% was below the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 8.5% | 193 |
| 2 | Suspension | 2.3% | 52 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 31 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.2% | 28 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.1% | 26 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 7 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 68 |
| 2 | Pins and bushes | 56 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 25 |
| 4 | Washers | 18 |
| 5 | Brake discs | 12 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 12 |
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 | 30.5% | 696 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.8% | 247 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.1% | 94 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.5% | 34 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.4% | 31 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.2% | 27 |
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 | 1,219 | 10.9% |
| 30-60k | 944 | 12.4% |
| 60-90k | 116 | 14.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 77 | 7.8% |
| 2023 | 752 | 12.2% |
| 2024 | 722 | 10.9% |
| 2025 | 734 | 12.4% |
What to check before buying a 2020 3008 Gt S/S Phev 4X4 Auto
Before buying a 2020 Peugeot 3008 Gt S/S Phev 4X4 Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 8.5% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (8.5% 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.
- Suspension (2.3% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
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 3008 Gt S/S Phev 4X4 Autos pass their MOT?
88.3% of the 2,285 2020 Peugeot 3008 Gt S/S Phev 4X4 Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Peugeot 3008 Gt S/S Phev 4X4 Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 8.5% of tests, followed by suspension (2.3%).
Does the 2020 3008 Gt S/S Phev 4X4 Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.9% in the 0-30k band to 14.7% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,285 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.