Peugeot 208 Active Puretech S/S
From 2,731 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged and a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 178 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 | 178 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 39 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 35 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 19 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 13 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 10 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 10 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 8 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 7 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 7 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 32.8% of 208 Active 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 £57.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 84.6% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all 208 Active Puretech S/Ss tested had between 13,353 and 28,981 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 17,819 median miles, the 208 Active Puretech S/S has 0.086 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 208 Active Puretech S/S MOT pass rate?
The Peugeot 208 Active Puretech S/S has a 84.6% MOT pass rate based on 2,731 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Peugeot 208 Active Puretech S/S?
The most common MOT failure on the Peugeot 208 Active Puretech S/S is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 178 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Peugeot 208 Active Puretech S/S at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Peugeot 208 Active Puretech S/S is 17,819 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 13,353 and 28,981 miles.
Buying a used 208 Active 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 84.6% pass rate and an average repair bill of £57 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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