Peugeot 5008
From 44,469 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer 5008s fare better: 2022 models pass at 94.3% vs 62.3% for 2010.
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 brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 1,453 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 | 1,453 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1,398 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 1,262 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 979 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 949 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 901 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 874 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 724 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 697 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 674 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 53.4% of failures are serious: 43.8% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 9.6% 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 £92.
The warranty question
A 3-year-old 5008 passes its MOT 85.5% of the time. By 7 years old that drops to 69.3%, a 16.2 percentage point fall, right as the manufacturer warranty runs out. At 10 years it's down to 64.2%. With an average repair bill of £92 when things go wrong, an extended warranty can make sense on a 5008 that's past its third birthday.
Fuel type matters
Petrol versions pass at 82.7% while Diesel versions pass at 72.9%, a 10 percentage point gap.
Peugeot 5008 on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 1,437 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 414 newly registered, a net loss of 1,023. At this rate, roughly 41.9 years until none remain.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 41,425 | 1,485 | +9 | -198 | -189 |
| 2025 Q2 | 41,576 | 1,523 | +23 | -208 | -185 |
| 2025 Q1 | 41,791 | 1,493 | +31 | -188 | -157 |
| 2024 Q4 | 42,087 | 1,354 | +351 | -843 | -492 |
| 2024 Q3 | 42,693 | 1,240 | +459 | -676 | -217 |
| 2024 Q2 | 42,967 | 1,183 | +456 | -278 | +178 |
| 2024 Q1 | 42,807 | 1,165 | +1,481 | -85 | +1,396 |
| 2023 Q4 | 41,504 | 1,072 | +1,061 | -389 | +672 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5008 Gt Bluehdi S/S Auto | Diesel | 4,003 | 14% |
| 5008 Gt Puretech S/S Auto | Petrol | 3,065 | 11% |
| 5008 Allure Bluehdi S/S | Diesel | 1,793 | 6% |
| 5008 Allure Hdi | Diesel | 1,770 | 6% |
| 5008 Active Hdi | Diesel | 1,557 | 6% |
| 5008 Gt Prem P-Tech S/S Auto | Petrol | 1,448 | 5% |
| 5008 Gt Line Premium Bhdi Ss A | Diesel | 1,404 | 5% |
| 5008 Gt Line Prem P-Tech S/S A | Petrol | 1,402 | 5% |
| 5008 Allure Bluehdi S/S Auto | Diesel | 1,281 | 5% |
| 5008 Allure Puretech S/S Auto | Petrol | 1,266 | 4% |
| 5008 Gt Line Bluehdi S/S Auto | Diesel | 1,240 | 4% |
| 5008 Gt Line Bluehdi S/S | Diesel | 1,233 | 4% |
| 5008 Allure Blue Hdi S/S | Diesel | 1,030 | 4% |
| 5008 Allure Blue Hdi S/S Auto | Diesel | 950 | 3% |
| 5008 Allure E-Hdi S-A | Diesel | 878 | 3% |
| 5008 Allure Puretech S/S | Petrol | 858 | 3% |
| 5008 Exclusive Hdi | Diesel | 850 | 3% |
| 5008 Sport Hdi | Diesel | 803 | 3% |
| 5008 Allure Premium+ Bhdi Ss A | Diesel | 734 | 3% |
| 5008 Allure S/S | Petrol | 729 | 3% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 94.3% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2021 | 86.3% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2020 | 85.5% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2019 | 83.2% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
9 earlier years
| 2018 | 81.6% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2017 | 74% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2016 | 69.3% | 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 |
| 2015 | 69.4% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2014 | 64.6% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2013 | 64.2% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2012 | 64.5% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2011 | 63.2% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2010 | 62.3% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all 5008s tested had between 32,988 and 68,362 miles on the clock.
At 40,332 median miles, the 5008 has 0.062 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 5008 MOT pass rate?
The Peugeot 5008 has a 74.9% MOT pass rate based on 44,469 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Peugeot 5008?
The most common MOT failure on the Peugeot 5008 is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 1,453 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
How many Peugeot 5008s are on UK roads?
There are 41,425 Peugeot 5008s currently licensed on UK roads, with 1,485 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Peugeot 5008 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Peugeot 5008 is 40,332 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 32,988 and 68,362 miles.
Buying a used 5008?
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 74.9% pass rate and an average repair bill of £92 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.