2020 Peugeot 5008 Puretech S/S — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,730 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Peugeot 5008 Puretech S/S, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 86.8% was below the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 21.2% in the 60-90k group versus 10.1% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.0% | 104 |
| 2 | Brakes | 4.2% | 72 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.8% | 65 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.9% | 51 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.7% | 30 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.5% | 25 |
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 | 83 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 75 |
| 3 | Washers | 40 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 36 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 35 |
| 6 | Joints | 24 |
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 | 24.9% | 430 |
| 2 | Brakes | 21.3% | 369 |
| 3 | Other defects | 15.0% | 259 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.5% | 77 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.3% | 40 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.8% | 32 |
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 | 766 | 10.1% |
| 30-60k | 844 | 14.8% |
| 60-90k | 113 | 21.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 592 | 13.3% |
| 2024 | 540 | 11.3% |
| 2025 | 572 | 14.9% |
What to check before buying a 2020 5008 Puretech S/S
Before buying a 2020 Peugeot 5008 Puretech S/S, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.0% 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 (4.2% 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 (3.8% 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 5008 Puretech S/Ss pass their MOT?
86.8% of the 1,730 2020 Peugeot 5008 Puretech S/S MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 13.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Peugeot 5008 Puretech S/S?
Tyres, recorded in 6.0% of tests, followed by brakes (4.2%).
Does the 2020 5008 Puretech S/S get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.1% in the 0-30k band to 21.2% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,730 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.