2019 Peugeot 2008 — MOT failures & pass rate
67,717 MOT tests on the 2019 Peugeot 2008 are in this dataset, and 90.8% of them passed. Small SUVs of a similar age fail at 8.8%, so the 2019 2008 sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, tyres and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 6.8% of all tests — 3.7 points clear of tyres, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are registration plate lamp(s), headlamp and headlamp aim — registration plate lamp(s) alone was recorded 2,881 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 5.7% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 26.5% once past 120-150k — 4.7× the risk.
Split by fuel, diesel examples fail 1.6pp more often than petrol ones (10.5% vs 9.0%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 21.9% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 5.3% of tests failed in 2021 against 12.5% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 6.8% | 4,591 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.1% | 2,093 |
| 3 | Brakes | 2.6% | 1,793 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.7% | 1,131 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.9% | 637 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 472 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 2,881 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 1,259 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 1,146 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 1,087 |
| 5 | Brake discs | 1,079 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 999 |
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 | 21.9% | 14,836 |
| 2 | Brakes | 21.8% | 14,765 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 7.0% | 4,713 |
| 4 | Other defects | 6.8% | 4,584 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.6% | 3,131 |
| 6 | Suspension | 2.2% | 1,464 |
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 | 37,017 | 5.7% |
| 30-60k | 26,724 | 12.7% |
| 60-90k | 3,636 | 18.5% |
| 90-120k | 299 | 19.1% |
| 120-150k | 34 | 26.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 59,256 | 9.0% |
| Diesel | 8,460 | 10.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 673 | 5.3% |
| 2022 | 16,511 | 5.8% |
| 2023 | 16,692 | 8.1% |
| 2024 | 16,700 | 10.3% |
| 2025 | 17,141 | 12.5% |
What to check before buying a 2019 2008
On a 2019 2008, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 6.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (6.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (3.1% 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.
- Brakes (2.6% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 2019 Peugeot 2008s pass their MOT?
90.8% of the 67,717 2019 Peugeot 2008 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Peugeot 2008?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 6.8% of tests, followed by tyres (3.1%).
Does the 2019 2008 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.7% in the 0-30k band to 26.5% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 67,717 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.