Peugeot 2008 Signature Puretech S/S
From 1,222 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, caused 27 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.
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 27 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 23 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 18 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 12 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 11 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 11 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 9 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 9 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 8 |
| headlamp aim unable to be tested | 6 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 32.1% of 2008 Signature Puretech S/S failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £73.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 84.9% | a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
Typical mileage
Half of all 2008 Signature Puretech S/Ss tested had between 23,240 and 41,616 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 30,976 median miles, the 2008 Signature Puretech S/S has 0.049 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 Signature Puretech S/S MOT pass rate?
The Peugeot 2008 Signature Puretech S/S has a 84.9% MOT pass rate based on 1,222 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Peugeot 2008 Signature Puretech S/S?
The most common MOT failure on the Peugeot 2008 Signature Puretech S/S is a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, which caused 27 failures. Other common issues include a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led.
What is the typical mileage of a Peugeot 2008 Signature Puretech S/S at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Peugeot 2008 Signature Puretech S/S is 30,976 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 23,240 and 41,616 miles.
Buying a used 2008 Signature Puretech S/S?
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.
With a 84.9% pass rate and an average repair bill of £73 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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