Peugeot 2008 Allure Ev
From 431 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 15 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 15 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 8 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 6 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution. | 5 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 3 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 2 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 2 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 2 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 1 |
| seat belt not functioning as intended or of an incorrect type | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 40% of failures are serious: 40% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £79.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 87.5% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2020 | 85.7% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all 2008 Allure Evs tested had between 17,668 and 33,457 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 25,110 median miles, the 2008 Allure Ev has 0.052 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Peugeot models
| Peugeot 208 | 75.2% |
| Peugeot Partner | 69.9% |
| Peugeot 3008 | 76.5% |
| Peugeot 308 | 71.6% |
| Peugeot 207 | 63.1% |
Common questions
What is the Peugeot 2008 Allure Ev MOT pass rate?
The Peugeot 2008 Allure Ev has a 87% MOT pass rate based on 431 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Peugeot 2008 Allure Ev?
The most common MOT failure on the Peugeot 2008 Allure Ev is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 15 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Peugeot 2008 Allure Ev at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Peugeot 2008 Allure Ev is 25,110 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 17,668 and 33,457 miles.
Buying a used 2008 Allure Ev?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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