Peugeot 2008: body, structure & corrosion MOT failures
Body, structure & corrosion was a recorded failure area in 7.3% of Peugeot 2008 MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2013, 2014 cars.
The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair cost: £200–£1,500+ (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Body, structure & corrosion failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 21,895 | 12.4% |
| 2014 | 98,726 | 11.7% |
| 2016 | 109,539 | 8.0% |
Methodology & source. 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.