2021 Peugeot 3008 Gt Puretech S/S Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,317 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Peugeot 3008 Gt Puretech S/S Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.4% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 12.8% in the 60-90k group versus 5.2% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.5% | 103 |
| 2 | Brakes | 1.9% | 45 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.8% | 41 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.5% | 34 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.3% | 7 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 7 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 66 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 48 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 43 |
| 4 | Washers | 22 |
| 5 | Wipers | 14 |
| 6 | Attachment | 10 |
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 | 23.7% | 550 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.6% | 362 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.2% | 168 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.4% | 32 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.3% | 30 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 7 |
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 | 1,246 | 5.2% |
| 30-60k | 985 | 10.0% |
| 60-90k | 78 | 12.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 52 | 1.9% |
| 2024 | 1,136 | 7.9% |
| 2025 | 1,119 | 7.6% |
What to check before buying a 2021 3008 Gt Puretech S/S Auto
Before buying a 2021 Peugeot 3008 Gt Puretech S/S Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.5% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.5% 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.
- Brakes (1.9% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.8% 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 2021 Peugeot 3008 Gt Puretech S/S Autos pass their MOT?
92.4% of the 2,317 2021 Peugeot 3008 Gt Puretech S/S Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Peugeot 3008 Gt Puretech S/S Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 4.5% of tests, followed by brakes (1.9%).
Does the 2021 3008 Gt Puretech S/S Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.2% in the 0-30k band to 12.8% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,317 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.