2009 Peugeot 3008 — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2009 Peugeot 3008 passed 67.9% of its 5,640 recorded MOT tests. Against mid-size SUVs of a similar age (26.2% fail rate), the 2009 3008 comes out 5.9pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 21.4% of all tests — 6.2 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, stop lamp and headlamp aim — position lamp alone was recorded 570 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 27.7% in the 30-60k band and 35.0% in the 150k+ band, a 7.3-point spread.
Fuel type barely separates them — diesel fails 31.8% of the time against 32.7% for petrol.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 31.2% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 30.4% of tests failed in 2021 against 33.7% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 21.4% | 1,209 |
| 2 | Suspension | 15.3% | 861 |
| 3 | Brakes | 9.7% | 545 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 8.2% | 463 |
| 5 | Tyres | 7.0% | 396 |
| 6 | Steering | 6.8% | 382 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 570 |
| 2 | Stop lamp | 475 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 389 |
| 4 | Track rod end | 389 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 387 |
| 6 | Coil spring | 374 |
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 | 31.2% | 1,759 |
| 2 | Suspension | 30.1% | 1,700 |
| 3 | Brakes | 28.2% | 1,590 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 19.9% | 1,121 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 18.2% | 1,025 |
| 6 | Other defects | 10.9% | 616 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 303 | 27.7% |
| 60-90k | 1,591 | 29.4% |
| 90-120k | 2,245 | 32.7% |
| 120-150k | 1,110 | 34.9% |
| 150k+ | 374 | 35.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 3,838 | 31.8% |
| Petrol | 1,802 | 32.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,346 | 30.4% |
| 2022 | 1,323 | 31.7% |
| 2023 | 1,192 | 32.0% |
| 2024 | 992 | 33.6% |
| 2025 | 787 | 33.7% |
What to check before buying a 2009 3008
On a 2009 3008, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 21.4% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (21.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (15.3% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (9.7% 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 2009 Peugeot 3008s pass their MOT?
67.9% of the 5,640 2009 Peugeot 3008 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 32.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 Peugeot 3008?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 21.4% of tests, followed by suspension (15.3%).
Does the 2009 3008 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 27.7% in the 30-60k band to 35.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 5,640 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.