Peugeot 308
From 215,130 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer 308s fare better: 2021 models pass at 84.6% vs 61.2% for 2007.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 8,573 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 | 8,573 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 6,800 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 6,496 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 6,264 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 5,144 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 5,074 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 4,633 |
| a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play | 4,084 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 3,750 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 3,322 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 24.1% of 308 failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 38.9% 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 £129.
The warranty question
A 3-year-old 308 passes its MOT 87.1% of the time. By 7 years old that drops to 77.1%, a 10 percentage point fall, right as the manufacturer warranty runs out. At 10 years it's down to 68.4%. With an average repair bill of £129 when things go wrong, an extended warranty can make sense on a 308 that's past its third birthday.
Peugeot 308 on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 10,208 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 2,995 newly registered, a net loss of 7,213. At this rate, roughly 19.2 years until none remain. Now at 84.4% of its peak (163,794 in 2019 Q4).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 129,391 | 8,837 | +641 | -2,812 | -2,171 |
| 2025 Q2 | 131,794 | 8,605 | +488 | -2,632 | -2,144 |
| 2025 Q1 | 134,055 | 8,488 | +1,200 | -2,371 | -1,171 |
| 2024 Q4 | 135,686 | 8,028 | +666 | -2,393 | -1,727 |
| 2024 Q3 | 137,889 | 7,552 | +880 | -2,495 | -1,615 |
| 2024 Q2 | 139,632 | 7,424 | +699 | -2,463 | -1,764 |
| 2024 Q1 | 141,698 | 7,122 | +1,771 | -2,632 | -861 |
| 2023 Q4 | 142,955 | 6,726 | +934 | -2,050 | -1,116 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 308 Active Hdi | Diesel | 8,977 | 17% |
| 308 S Dt | Diesel | 3,690 | 7% |
| 308 Allure Hdi Blue S/S | Diesel | 3,559 | 7% |
| 308 Allure S/S | Petrol | 3,130 | 6% |
| 308 Gt Line Hdi Blue S/S | Diesel | 3,112 | 6% |
| 308 Active Nav Version Hdi | Diesel | 2,919 | 5% |
| 308 Gt Line S/S | Petrol | 2,679 | 5% |
| 308 Allure S/S Auto | Petrol | 2,528 | 5% |
| 308 Active Sw Hdi Blue S/S | Diesel | 2,466 | 5% |
| 308 Active E-Hdi | Diesel | 2,367 | 4% |
| 308 Active Hdi Blue S/S | Diesel | 2,044 | 4% |
| 308 Access Sw Hdi | Diesel | 2,034 | 4% |
| 308 Allure E-Hdi | Diesel | 2,002 | 4% |
| 308 Allure Sw Hdi Blue S/S | Diesel | 1,979 | 4% |
| 308 Access Hdi | Diesel | 1,949 | 4% |
| 308 Gt Puretech S/S Auto | Petrol | 1,843 | 3% |
| 308 Allure Puretech S/S | Petrol | 1,712 | 3% |
| 308 Gt Line Puretech S/S | Petrol | 1,581 | 3% |
| 308 S Auto | Petrol | 1,578 | 3% |
| 308 Sport Hdi | Diesel | 1,548 | 3% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 84.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
| 2020 | 87.1% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2019 | 86% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2018 | 82.3% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
11 earlier years
| 2017 | 80% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2016 | 77.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2015 | 75.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2014 | 72.5% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play |
| 2013 | 68.4% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2012 | 67.9% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2011 | 68.3% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2010 | 64% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2009 | 63.9% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2008 | 61.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2007 | 61.2% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
Typical mileage
Half of all 308s tested had between 32,302 and 62,767 miles on the clock.
At 49,093 median miles, the 308 has 0.058 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Peugeot models
| Peugeot 208 | 75.2% |
| Peugeot Partner | 69.9% |
| Peugeot 3008 | 76.5% |
| Peugeot 207 | 63.1% |
| Peugeot Boxer | 74.7% |
Common questions
What is the Peugeot 308 MOT pass rate?
The Peugeot 308 has a 71.6% MOT pass rate based on 215,130 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Peugeot 308?
The most common MOT failure on the Peugeot 308 is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 8,573 failures. Other common issues include a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc.
How many Peugeot 308s are on UK roads?
There are 129,391 Peugeot 308s currently licensed on UK roads, with 8,837 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Peugeot 308 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Peugeot 308 is 49,093 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 32,302 and 62,767 miles.
Buying a used 308?
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 71.6% pass rate and an average repair bill of £129 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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