Peugeot 508 Gt S/S Phev Auto
From 337 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 tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 7 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 | 7 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 6 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 6 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 2 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 2 |
| wiper blade defective | 2 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 2 |
| brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. | 1 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 1 |
| a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 33.3% of 508 Gt S/S Phev Auto 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 £63.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 82.5% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all 508 Gt S/S Phev Autos tested had between 23,100 and 41,712 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 35,563 median miles, the 508 Gt S/S Phev Auto has 0.04 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 508 Gt S/S Phev Auto MOT pass rate?
The Peugeot 508 Gt S/S Phev Auto has a 85.8% MOT pass rate based on 337 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Peugeot 508 Gt S/S Phev Auto?
The most common MOT failure on the Peugeot 508 Gt S/S Phev Auto is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 7 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Peugeot 508 Gt S/S Phev Auto at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Peugeot 508 Gt S/S Phev Auto is 35,563 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 23,100 and 41,712 miles.
Buying a used 508 Gt S/S Phev Auto?
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.
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