Peugeot 2008 Gt Ev
From 2,921 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, a tyre seriously damaged and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 119 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 | 119 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 54 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 40 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 25 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 21 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 16 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 14 |
| a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative | 10 |
| wiper blade defective | 8 |
| warning device shows system malfunction | 7 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 34.7% of failures are serious: 30.3% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 4.5% 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 £66.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 85% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2020 | 85.5% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all 2008 Gt Evs tested had between 20,721 and 34,725 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 26,600 median miles, the 2008 Gt Ev has 0.055 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 Gt Ev MOT pass rate?
The Peugeot 2008 Gt Ev has a 85.3% MOT pass rate based on 2,921 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Peugeot 2008 Gt Ev?
The most common MOT failure on the Peugeot 2008 Gt Ev is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 119 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Peugeot 2008 Gt Ev at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Peugeot 2008 Gt Ev is 26,600 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 20,721 and 34,725 miles.
Buying a used 2008 Gt 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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