Peugeot 3008
From 215,718 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer 3008s fare better: 2022 models pass at 93.1% vs 58% for 2009.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 7,737 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 suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 7,737 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 7,069 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 5,138 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 5,098 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 4,648 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 3,994 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3,145 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3,046 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 3,018 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 2,896 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 22.4% of 3008 failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 33.4% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £115.
The warranty question
A new 3008 passes its MOT 90% of the time. By 7 years old that drops to 74.3%, a 15.7 percentage point fall, right as the manufacturer warranty runs out. At 10 years it's down to 65.6%. With an average repair bill of £115 when things go wrong, an extended warranty can make sense on a 3008 that's past its third birthday.
Fuel type matters
Petrol versions pass at 83.4% while Electric/Diesel versions pass at 68.7%, a 15 percentage point gap.
Peugeot 3008 on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 22,319 newly registered in the past year with 6,318 leaving, a net gain of 16,001. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 170,971 | 4,719 | +4,898 | -2,104 | +2,794 |
| 2025 Q2 | 168,365 | 4,531 | +4,734 | -1,600 | +3,134 |
| 2025 Q1 | 165,407 | 4,355 | +7,368 | -1,292 | +6,076 |
| 2024 Q4 | 159,645 | 4,041 | +5,319 | -1,322 | +3,997 |
| 2024 Q3 | 156,142 | 3,547 | +5,111 | -1,873 | +3,238 |
| 2024 Q2 | 153,069 | 3,382 | +1,691 | -1,051 | +640 |
| 2024 Q1 | 152,566 | 3,245 | +2,863 | -601 | +2,262 |
| 2023 Q4 | 150,560 | 2,989 | +1,782 | -842 | +940 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3008 Gt Mhev Auto | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 13,216 | 12% |
| 3008 Active Hdi | Diesel | 9,674 | 9% |
| 3008 Gt Ev | Battery Electric | 8,469 | 8% |
| 3008 Allure Bluehdi S/S | Diesel | 7,306 | 7% |
| 3008 Active E-Hdi S-A | Diesel | 5,966 | 5% |
| 3008 Gt Line S/S | Petrol | 5,792 | 5% |
| 3008 Gt Line Bluehdi S/S | Diesel | 5,760 | 5% |
| 3008 Allure S/S | Petrol | 5,314 | 5% |
| 3008 Allure Hdi | Diesel | 5,265 | 5% |
| 3008 Allure Puretech S/S Auto | Petrol | 4,536 | 4% |
| 3008 Allure Mhev Auto | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 4,488 | 4% |
| 3008 Allure Bluehdi S/S Auto | Diesel | 4,442 | 4% |
| 3008 Gt Bluehdi S/S Auto | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 4,023 | 4% |
| 3008 Gt Puretech S/S Auto | Petrol | 3,955 | 4% |
| 3008 Gt Line Prem P-Tech S/S A | Petrol | 3,864 | 3% |
| 3008 Allure E-Hdi S-A | Diesel | 3,814 | 3% |
| 3008 Sport Hdi | Diesel | 3,733 | 3% |
| 3008 Gt Line Bluehdi S/S Auto | Diesel | 3,694 | 3% |
| 3008 Allure Blue Hdi S/S Auto | Diesel | 3,654 | 3% |
| 3008 Allure Blue Hdi S/S | Diesel | 3,589 | 3% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 93.1% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2021 | 90.5% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2020 | 90% | a tyre seriously damaged, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2019 | 87% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
10 earlier years
| 2018 | 84.4% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2017 | 81.2% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2016 | 74.3% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2015 | 74.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2014 | 70.9% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2013 | 65.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2012 | 66.7% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2011 | 66.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2010 | 62.9% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2009 | 58% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all 3008s tested had between 48,741 and 93,871 miles on the clock.
At 74,453 median miles, the 3008 has 0.032 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Peugeot models
| Peugeot 208 | 75.2% |
| Peugeot Partner | 69.9% |
| Peugeot 308 | 71.6% |
| Peugeot 207 | 63.1% |
| Peugeot Boxer | 74.7% |
Common questions
What is the Peugeot 3008 MOT pass rate?
The Peugeot 3008 has a 76.5% MOT pass rate based on 215,718 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Peugeot 3008?
The most common MOT failure on the Peugeot 3008 is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 7,737 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
How many Peugeot 3008s are on UK roads?
There are 170,971 Peugeot 3008s currently licensed on UK roads, with 4,719 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Peugeot 3008 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Peugeot 3008 is 74,453 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 48,741 and 93,871 miles.
Buying a used 3008?
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 76.5% pass rate and an average repair bill of £115 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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