2020 Peugeot 2008 Gt Puretech S/S Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,818 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Peugeot 2008 Gt Puretech S/S Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.6% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 6.3% | 114 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.5% | 46 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 31 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.1% | 20 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.8% | 14 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.2% | 3 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 129 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 34 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 19 |
| 4 | Washers | 19 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 18 |
| 6 | Shock absorbers | 11 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 16.4% | 298 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.8% | 197 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.0% | 91 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.8% | 50 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.0% | 37 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 11 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,226 | 6.2% |
| 30-60k | 552 | 10.1% |
| 60-90k | 37 | 8.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 620 | 7.1% |
| 2024 | 590 | 7.0% |
| 2025 | 599 | 8.3% |
What to check before buying a 2020 2008 Gt Puretech S/S Auto
Before buying a 2020 Peugeot 2008 Gt Puretech S/S Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 6.3% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (6.3% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (2.5% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (1.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2020 Peugeot 2008 Gt Puretech S/S Autos pass their MOT?
92.6% of the 1,818 2020 Peugeot 2008 Gt Puretech S/S Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Peugeot 2008 Gt Puretech S/S Auto?
Visibility, recorded in 6.3% of tests, followed by tyres (2.5%).
Does the 2020 2008 Gt Puretech S/S Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.2% in the 0-30k band to 8.1% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,818 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.