Used buying checklist
Peugeot 108 reliability, common problems and used buying checks
A used Peugeot 108 looks better than average for reliability in UK MOT data: 11.5% of 82,669 tests failed, compared with 18.7% across all indexed models. A good example should have a clean MOT history for windscreen, wipers, and mirrors, corrosion and structure, and lights and electrical.
It can be, if the exact car has a clean history for windscreen, wipers, and mirrors, corrosion and structure, and lights and electrical.
Start with windscreen, wipers, and mirrors, corrosion and structure, and lights and electrical, then compare the car's mileage and recall record below.
Sources used: DVSA MOT tests (Apr 2026); vehicle recalls (Apr 2026); MOT fault wording (May 2025). MOT data does not capture every reliability issue, especially intermittent engine, gearbox or infotainment faults that do not appear during the test.
- 11.5% MOT failure rate
- Median tested mileage 33,024 miles
- 9,476 failed MOT tests analysed
Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors is the clearest area to check
Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors is the clearest named problem area in this model's MOT history (6.4 MOT notes per 100 tests). Example MOT phrases from this area include provides insufficient washer liquid, damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and seriously damaged, affecting the rear view.
Example MOT phrases to search in the car's history:
- provides insufficient washer liquid
- damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
- seriously damaged, affecting the rear view
- does not clear the windscreen effectively
- corroded and seriously weakened
- excessively corroded
- ferrule excessively corroded
- corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened
- inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
- Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Focus on windscreen, wipers, and mirrors, corrosion and structure, and lights and electrical
The model's recorded failure rate is 11.5%, -7.3 percentage points compared with the average across all models. Use the seller questions below to check whether repeat MOT notes have actually been repaired.
- MOT tests analysed82,669 tests
- Median tested mileage33,024 miles
- Failed MOT tests9,476
Should you buy a used Peugeot 108?
88.5% of the MOT tests we analysed for this model passed. The model's recorded failure rate is 11.5%, -7.3 percentage points compared with the average across all models. This is a buying brief for the exact car in front of you: clean repeat history matters more than badge reputation.
- Repeat unresolved MOT notes for windscreen, wipers, and mirrors, corrosion and structure, and lights and electrical
- windscreen, wipers, and mirrors appearing across more than one MOT
- Any dangerous MOT failure on the exact car, especially if the same area appears again later
- No paperwork showing applicable recall work has been completed
- A seller who cannot explain MOT wording such as "provides insufficient washer liquid"
It can be, if the exact car has a clean history for windscreen, wipers, and mirrors, corrosion and structure, and lights and electrical.
Start with windscreen, wipers, and mirrors, corrosion and structure, and lights and electrical, then compare the car's mileage and recall record below.
Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors is the clearest named problem area in the MOT history (6.4 MOT notes per 100 tests). These counts are issue notes, not failure rates, because a single MOT can list several faults.
Past 100k miles on the Peugeot 108, MOT records most often point to corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, and windscreen, wipers, and mirrors.
The MOT failure rate rises from 4.9% at 0-3 years to 33.3% at 15+ years. Compare the car with the nearest age range before treating a fault as normal wear or a warning sign. The average MOT failure rate across all models in the same dataset is 18.7%.
Start with windscreen, wipers, and mirrors, corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, and emissions, engine, and exhaust. The checklist on this page explains why each area is being recommended, what to inspect, and what to ask the seller.
3 relevant recall notices appear for this model. Treat them as safety checks to verify for the exact car, not as normal MOT wear.
What should I check first?
Start with windscreen, wipers, and mirrors, corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, and emissions, engine, and exhaust. The checklist on this page explains why each area is being recommended, what to inspect, and what to ask the seller. Each item shows whether it comes from MOT results, recall notices, or a standard used-car check.
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Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors Seen in MOT results
Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (6.4 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check windscreen damage, wiper operation, washers, mirrors, and demisting.
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Corrosion and structure Seen in MOT results
Corrosion and structure is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (5.4 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Inspect sills, subframes, mounting points, arches, and underside corrosion advisories.
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Lights and electrical Seen in MOT results
Lights and electrical is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (4.5 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check every lamp, warning light, horn, battery condition, and dashboard messages.
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Emissions, engine, and exhaust Seen in MOT results
Emissions, engine, and exhaust is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (2.1 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check warning lights, smoke, exhaust leaks, recent emissions failures, and service history.
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Tyres and wheels Seen in MOT results
Tyres and wheels is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (1.8 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check tyre age, tread depth, sidewall damage, wheel condition, and alignment wear.
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Suspension and steering Seen in MOT results
Suspension and steering is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (1.4 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Listen for knocks, check uneven tyre wear, and inspect steering play.
What changes with mileage?
Past 100k miles on the Peugeot 108, MOT records most often point to corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, and windscreen, wipers, and mirrors.
Common MOT problem areas
Common faults: what usually fails on this model?
Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors is the clearest named problem area in the MOT history (6.4 MOT notes per 100 tests). These counts are issue notes, not failure rates, because a single MOT can list several faults.
Recall-related areas to verify
Official recall areas
Manufacturer recall notices for the Peugeot 108 mainly involve 3 areas: mixed recall notices, suspension and steering, and seatbelts and safety systems. Treat each as something to verify on the specific car you are viewing; the recall table below shows the official notice text.
Mileage and age checks
Mileage changes: what starts showing up after high mileage?
Past 100k miles on the Peugeot 108, MOT records most often point to corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, and windscreen, wipers, and mirrors. On lower-mileage cars, the most common named areas are windscreen, wipers, and mirrors, corrosion and structure, and lights and electrical.
| Mileage range | Tests | Vehicles | Failure rate (vs all models) | Median mileage |
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| 0-50k | 64,310 | 55,651 | 9.8%-1.1 percentage points vs all models | 27,618 miles |
| 50-100k | 17,475 | 14,009 | 17.5%-3.3 percentage points vs all models | 61,014 miles |
| 100-150k | 580 | 429 | 25.0%-1.2 percentage points vs all models | 108,785 miles |
| 150-200k | 31 | 25 | 16.1%-11.1 percentage points vs all models | 163,042 miles |
| 200k+ | 9 | 7 | 22.2%-4.3 percentage points vs all models | 227,061 miles |
Problem areas by mileage
Past 100k miles on the Peugeot 108, MOT records most often point to corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, and windscreen, wipers, and mirrors.
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Fair comparisons: is this problem normal for its age?
The MOT failure rate rises from 4.9% at 0-3 years to 33.3% at 15+ years. Compare the car with the nearest age range before treating a fault as normal wear or a warning sign. The average MOT failure rate across all models in the same dataset is 18.7%. The highest failure rate by age is 33.3% for 15+ years cars, based on 3 tests.
| Age range | Tests | Vehicles | Failure rate (vs all models) | Median age |
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| 0-3 years 2023–2026 reg. |
3,959 | 3,736 | 4.9%-3.5 percentage points vs all models | 3.0 years |
| 3-6 years 2020–2023 reg. |
23,718 | 21,335 | 9.0%-1.6 percentage points vs all models | 5.0 years |
| 6-10 years 2016–2020 reg. |
54,989 | 46,087 | 13.0%-3.6 percentage points vs all models | 7.6 years |
| 15+ years pre-2011 reg. |
3 | 2 | 33.3%+7.4 percentage points vs all models | 15.9 years |
Recall records and data freshness
Recall context: are there safety notices to know about?
3 relevant recall notices appear for this model. Treat them as safety checks to verify for the exact car, not as normal MOT wear.
| 2020-12-02 | THE STITCHING PATTERN USED ON THE REAR SEAT BELT MATERIAL IS NOT TO CORRECT SPECIFICATION On affected vehicles some rear seat belts may have incorrect stitching on the belt material to connect the buckle to the anchor plate. Check seat belts and relace if necessary. |
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| 2016-06-27 | STEERING COLUMN MAY FAIL UNEXPECTEDLY A component of the steering column may not be to specification and could fail. If this occurs there would be a loss of directional control. The manufacturer will contact keepers of affected vehicles and advise not to use the vehicle. Examine vehicles and on those with the affected component replace the steering column. |
| 2015-01-30 | BUMPER MAY NOT PERFORM AS DESIGNED IN A COLLISION Affected vehicles may have a small defect in the front bumper frame. This may affect its impact absorption in the even of a collision. If required replace front bumper frame. |
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Sources used: DVSA MOT tests (Apr 2026); vehicle recalls (Apr 2026); MOT fault wording (May 2025). These are patterns from many MOT tests and recall notices. They help you decide what to inspect and what to ask; they do not certify the condition of one specific car.