2021 Peugeot 3008 Ss — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,623 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Peugeot 3008 Ss, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.7% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.1% | 108 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.4% | 64 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.9% | 49 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.6% | 42 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.6% | 16 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.6% | 15 |
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 | 91 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 56 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 52 |
| 4 | Washers | 31 |
| 5 | Brake discs | 18 |
| 6 | Wipers | 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 | 22.2% | 582 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.2% | 425 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.0% | 185 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.8% | 73 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.2% | 57 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.5% | 14 |
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 | 1,127 | 6.7% |
| 30-60k | 1,288 | 9.5% |
| 60-90k | 187 | 9.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,309 | 8.6% |
| 2025 | 1,286 | 8.1% |
What to check before buying a 2021 3008 Ss
Before buying a 2021 Peugeot 3008 Ss, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.1% of tests for this year.
- 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.
- Brakes (2.4% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.9% 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 2021 Peugeot 3008 Sss pass their MOT?
91.7% of the 2,623 2021 Peugeot 3008 Ss MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Peugeot 3008 Ss?
Tyres, recorded in 4.1% of tests, followed by brakes (2.4%).
Does the 2021 3008 Ss get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.7% in the 0-30k band to 9.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,623 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.