2008 Peugeot Expert — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 18,484 MOT tests analysed for the 2008 Peugeot Expert, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion. Its pass rate of 69.3% was below the average for vans of a similar age (71.3%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 32.7% in the 150k+ group versus 25.0% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 20.5% | 3,794 |
| 2 | Suspension | 15.0% | 2,777 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.3% | 2,458 |
| 4 | Brakes | 12.3% | 2,280 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.5% | 1,380 |
| 6 | Tyres | 5.4% | 1,000 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joints | 1,767 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 1,639 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 1,326 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 1,173 |
| 5 | Rbt (sp) | 1,114 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 893 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 28.3% | 5,224 |
| 2 | Emissions & environmental | 27.7% | 5,120 |
| 3 | Brakes | 27.7% | 5,115 |
| 4 | Tyres | 25.4% | 4,700 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 20.6% | 3,816 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 16.8% | 3,100 |
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 | 96 | 25.0% |
| 30-60k | 689 | 22.5% |
| 60-90k | 1,784 | 27.2% |
| 90-120k | 3,478 | 29.1% |
| 120-150k | 3,854 | 30.9% |
| 150k+ | 8,555 | 32.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,836 | 30.6% |
| 2022 | 4,331 | 30.5% |
| 2023 | 3,791 | 31.5% |
| 2024 | 3,045 | 30.8% |
| 2025 | 2,481 | 29.7% |
What to check before buying a 2008 Expert
Before buying a 2008 Peugeot Expert, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 20.5% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (20.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (15.0% 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.
- Body, structure & corrosion (13.3% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
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 2008 Peugeot Experts pass their MOT?
69.3% of the 18,484 2008 Peugeot Expert MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2008 Peugeot Expert?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.5% of tests, followed by suspension (15.0%).
Does the 2008 Expert get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 25.0% in the 0-30k band to 32.7% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 18,484 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.