2007 Peugeot 308 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 8,384 MOT tests analysed for the 2007 Peugeot 308, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 67.3% was below the average for small family cars of a similar age (73.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 34.1% in the 150k+ group versus 13.0% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 18.3% | 1,534 |
| 2 | Suspension | 15.2% | 1,276 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.3% | 946 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 9.1% | 764 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.8% | 740 |
| 6 | Tyres | 7.4% | 623 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Catalyst emissions | 643 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 628 |
| 3 | Joints | 621 |
| 4 | Coil spring | 608 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 561 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 505 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 35.0% | 2,937 |
| 2 | Tyres | 33.3% | 2,794 |
| 3 | Suspension | 31.8% | 2,666 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 24.7% | 2,070 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 19.2% | 1,606 |
| 6 | Other defects | 10.9% | 916 |
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 | 69 | 13.0% |
| 30-60k | 780 | 26.9% |
| 60-90k | 2,353 | 33.2% |
| 90-120k | 2,816 | 32.5% |
| 120-150k | 1,617 | 34.9% |
| 150k+ | 736 | 34.1% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 5,230 | 32.8% |
| Petrol | 3,154 | 32.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,716 | 32.3% |
| 2022 | 2,070 | 31.9% |
| 2023 | 1,653 | 33.5% |
| 2024 | 1,154 | 33.0% |
| 2025 | 791 | 33.6% |
What to check before buying a 2007 308
Before buying a 2007 Peugeot 308, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 18.3% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (18.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (15.2% 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.
- Brakes (11.3% 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 2007 Peugeot 308s pass their MOT?
67.3% of the 8,384 2007 Peugeot 308 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 32.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Peugeot 308?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 18.3% of tests, followed by suspension (15.2%).
Does the 2007 308 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.0% in the 0-30k band to 34.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 8,384 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.