2020 Peugeot 3008 S/S Phev Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 314 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Peugeot 3008 S/S Phev Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, tyres and visibility. Its pass rate of 92.4% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 6.4% | 20 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.9% | 9 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.5% | 8 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.9% | 6 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.3% | 4 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.6% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp | 12 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 11 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 8 |
| 4 | Washers | 6 |
| 5 | Coil spring | 4 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 4 |
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 | 20.1% | 63 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.4% | 39 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.0% | 22 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.9% | 6 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.6% | 5 |
| 6 | Visibility | 1.0% | 3 |
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 | 92 | 3.3% |
| 30-60k | 161 | 9.3% |
| 60-90k | 47 | 6.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 107 | 6.5% |
| 2024 | 101 | 5.9% |
| 2025 | 104 | 10.6% |
What to check before buying a 2020 3008 S/S Phev Auto
Before buying a 2020 Peugeot 3008 S/S Phev Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 6.4% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (6.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (2.9% 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.
- Visibility (2.5% 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.
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 S/S Phev Autos pass their MOT?
92.4% of the 314 2020 Peugeot 3008 S/S Phev Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Peugeot 3008 S/S Phev Auto?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 6.4% of tests, followed by tyres (2.9%).
Does the 2020 3008 S/S Phev Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.3% in the 0-30k band to 6.4% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 314 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.