Used buying checklist
Peugeot 2008 reliability, common problems and used buying checks
A used Peugeot 2008 looks better than average for reliability in UK MOT data: 16.7% of 117,119 tests failed, compared with 18.7% across all indexed models. A good example should have a clean MOT history for lights and electrical, suspension and steering, and emissions, engine, and exhaust.
It can be, if the exact car has a clean history for lights and electrical, suspension and steering, and emissions, engine, and exhaust.
Start with lights and electrical, suspension and steering, and emissions, engine, and exhaust, 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.
- 16.7% MOT failure rate
- Median tested mileage 48,044 miles
- 19,501 failed MOT tests analysed
Lights and electrical is the clearest area to check
Lights and electrical is the clearest named problem area in this model's MOT history (14.9 MOT notes per 100 tests). Example MOT phrases from this area include inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning, and inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.
Example MOT phrases to search in the car's history:
- inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps
- with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning
- inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
- lens defective which has no effect on emitted light
- ball joint excessively worn
- ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt
- with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle.
- ball joint has excessive play
- emissions exceed default limit of 0.7m-1
- leaking excessively from engine
Focus on lights and electrical, suspension and steering, and emissions, engine, and exhaust
The model's recorded failure rate is 16.7%, -2.1 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 analysed117,119 tests
- Median tested mileage48,044 miles
- Failed MOT tests19,501
Should you buy a used Peugeot 2008?
83.4% of the MOT tests we analysed for this model passed. The model's recorded failure rate is 16.7%, -2.1 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 lights and electrical, suspension and steering, and emissions, engine, and exhaust
- lights and electrical 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 "inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps"
It can be, if the exact car has a clean history for lights and electrical, suspension and steering, and emissions, engine, and exhaust.
Start with lights and electrical, suspension and steering, and emissions, engine, and exhaust, then compare the car's mileage and recall record below.
Lights and electrical is the clearest named problem area in the MOT history (14.9 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 2008, MOT records most often point to lights and electrical, suspension and steering, and emissions, engine, and exhaust.
The MOT failure rate rises from 12.9% at 0-3 years to 0.0% 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 lights and electrical, suspension and steering, emissions, engine, and exhaust, and windscreen, wipers, and mirrors. The checklist on this page explains why each area is being recommended, what to inspect, and what to ask the seller.
6 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 lights and electrical, suspension and steering, emissions, engine, and exhaust, and windscreen, wipers, and mirrors. 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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Lights and electrical Seen in MOT results
Lights and electrical is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (14.9 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check every lamp, warning light, horn, battery condition, and dashboard messages.
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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 (6.7 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Listen for knocks, check uneven tyre wear, and inspect steering play.
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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 (5.1 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check warning lights, smoke, exhaust leaks, recent emissions failures, and service history.
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Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors Seen in MOT results
Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (3.9 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check windscreen damage, wiper operation, washers, mirrors, and demisting.
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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 (1.9 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check tyre age, tread depth, sidewall damage, wheel condition, and alignment wear.
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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 (1.8 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Inspect sills, subframes, mounting points, arches, and underside corrosion advisories.
What changes with mileage?
Past 100k miles on the Peugeot 2008, MOT records most often point to lights and electrical, suspension and steering, and emissions, engine, and exhaust.
Common MOT problem areas
Common faults: what usually fails on this model?
Lights and electrical is the clearest named problem area in the MOT history (14.9 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 2008 mainly involve 6 areas: emissions, engine, and exhaust, mixed recall notices, brakes, and lights and electrical. 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 2008, MOT records most often point to lights and electrical, suspension and steering, and emissions, engine, and exhaust. On lower-mileage cars, the most common named areas are lights and electrical, windscreen, wipers, and mirrors, and suspension and steering.
| Mileage range | Tests | Vehicles | Failure rate (vs all models) | Median mileage |
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| 0-50k | 62,044 | 52,474 | 11.9%+1.1 percentage points vs all models | 33,948 miles |
| 50-100k | 49,352 | 37,161 | 21.7%+1.0 percentage points vs all models | 65,765 miles |
| 100-150k | 5,005 | 3,596 | 26.2%-0.0 percentage points vs all models | 111,073 miles |
| 150-200k | 233 | 182 | 21.9%-5.4 percentage points vs all models | 162,122 miles |
| 200k+ | 19 | 14 | 31.6%+5.0 percentage points vs all models | 207,672 miles |
Problem areas by mileage
Past 100k miles on the Peugeot 2008, MOT records most often point to lights and electrical, suspension and steering, and emissions, engine, and exhaust.
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Fair comparisons: is this problem normal for its age?
The MOT failure rate rises from 12.9% at 0-3 years to 0.0% 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 24.9% for 10-15 years cars, based on 933 tests.
| Age range | Tests | Vehicles | Failure rate (vs all models) | Median age |
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| 0-3 years 2023–2026 reg. |
31 | 28 | 12.9%+4.5 percentage points vs all models | 3.0 years |
| 3-6 years 2020–2023 reg. |
40,559 | 34,402 | 11.0%+0.4 percentage points vs all models | 5.0 years |
| 6-10 years 2016–2020 reg. |
75,595 | 58,511 | 19.6%+3.0 percentage points vs all models | 7.9 years |
| 10-15 years 2011–2016 reg. |
933 | 704 | 24.9%+1.3 percentage points vs all models | 10.1 years |
| 15+ years pre-2011 reg. |
1 | 1 | 0.0%-25.9 percentage points vs all models | 18.5 years |
Recall records and data freshness
Recall context: are there safety notices to know about?
6 relevant recall notices appear for this model. Treat them as safety checks to verify for the exact car, not as normal MOT wear.
| 2026-03-09 | Alternator protection Affected vehicles may have been assembled with contact or with a reduced clearance between the Gasoline Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. There is a possibility of contact between these components leading to water infiltration and an electrical arch which could trigger a thermal event. Replace the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. Check the distance between the Gasoline Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator and re‑position or replace the pipe if required. |
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| 2025-08-18 | Emission recall – On Board Diagnostics Vehicles may be affected by incorrect performance of the On-Board-Diagnostics related to Selective Catalytic Reduction system and/or Diesel Particle Filter. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may not illuminate in the event of a malfunction and therefore does not comply with emission regulations. Update the Engine Control Unit software to ensure compliance to regulations. |
| 2025-07-18 | Peugeot Fuel Pipe On affected vehicles there there may be loose connections between a high-pressure fuel pipe and the engine fuel rail which potentially could lead to a leak and risk of fire. Retighten the affected connections. |
| 2025-07-03 | Peugeot DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain. Vehicles may be affected by premature wearing of the camshaft drive chain leading to abnormal noise or to a breakage of the chain in the worst case. Update the software to improve oil pressure and reduce wear. Check the engine noise and replace the chain if required. If no problem found change the oil to one with higher viscosity and special anti-wear additives. |
| 2025-06-11 | Autonomous Telematics Box On affected vehicles the Autonomous Telematics Box (ATB) has no connectivity to the Connected Services features and therefore does not comply with regulatory requirements. Replace the ATB to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. |
| 2025-04-14 | Brake Pressure Modulator Valve On affected vehicles the Electronic Brake System Module is not according to specification which could potentially lead to light internal leakage of brake fluid. Replace the Electronic Brake System Module. |
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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.