2021 Peugeot 5008 P- S/S — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,113 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Peugeot 5008 P- S/S, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and visibility. Its pass rate of 91.5% 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 | Tyres | 5.3% | 59 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.8% | 31 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.8% | 20 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.0% | 11 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.6% | 7 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.5% | 6 |
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 | 45 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 37 |
| 3 | Washers | 15 |
| 4 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 8 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 7 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 6 |
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 | 24.2% | 269 |
| 2 | Brakes | 19.4% | 216 |
| 3 | Other defects | 14.0% | 156 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.3% | 25 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.0% | 22 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.2% | 13 |
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 | 526 | 7.6% |
| 30-60k | 536 | 9.3% |
| 60-90k | 46 | 10.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 564 | 9.4% |
| 2025 | 521 | 7.7% |
What to check before buying a 2021 5008 P- S/S
Before buying a 2021 Peugeot 5008 P- S/S, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.3% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.3% 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 (2.8% 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.
- Visibility (1.8% 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 2021 Peugeot 5008 P- S/Ss pass their MOT?
91.5% of the 1,113 2021 Peugeot 5008 P- S/S MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Peugeot 5008 P- S/S?
Tyres, recorded in 5.3% of tests, followed by brakes (2.8%).
Does the 2021 5008 P- S/S get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.6% in the 0-30k band to 10.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,113 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.