2010 Peugeot 3008 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 61,002 MOT tests, the 2010 Peugeot 3008 recorded a 70.4% pass rate. Mid-size SUVs of a similar age fail 25.2% of the time, so this is 4.5pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 20.8% of all tests — 7.3 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, stop lamp and coil spring — position lamp alone was recorded 5,498 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 16.7% in the 0-30k band and 32.0% in the 150k+ band, a 15.3-point spread.
Fuel type barely separates them — petrol fails 29.5% of the time against 29.7% for diesel.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 31.3% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 27.8% of tests failed in 2021 against 31.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 20.8% | 12,703 |
| 2 | Suspension | 13.6% | 8,269 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.2% | 5,019 |
| 4 | Tyres | 6.5% | 3,956 |
| 5 | Steering | 5.6% | 3,439 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.6% | 3,421 |
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 | 5,498 |
| 2 | Stop lamp | 5,099 |
| 3 | Coil spring | 4,052 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 3,892 |
| 5 | Track rod end | 3,428 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 3,337 |
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 | 31.3% | 19,092 |
| 2 | Suspension | 28.7% | 17,528 |
| 3 | Brakes | 27.1% | 16,528 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 19.3% | 11,800 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 17.1% | 10,438 |
| 6 | Other defects | 10.3% | 6,314 |
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 | 198 | 16.7% |
| 30-60k | 4,186 | 21.4% |
| 60-90k | 18,201 | 27.8% |
| 90-120k | 23,614 | 30.7% |
| 120-150k | 11,281 | 32.9% |
| 150k+ | 3,506 | 32.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 52,969 | 29.7% |
| Petrol | 8,033 | 29.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 14,150 | 27.8% |
| 2022 | 13,710 | 29.1% |
| 2023 | 12,712 | 30.4% |
| 2024 | 11,147 | 30.5% |
| 2025 | 9,283 | 31.3% |
What to check before buying a 2010 3008
On a 2010 3008, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 20.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (20.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (13.6% 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 (8.2% 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 2010 Peugeot 3008s pass their MOT?
70.4% of the 61,002 2010 Peugeot 3008 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Peugeot 3008?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.8% of tests, followed by suspension (13.6%).
Does the 2010 3008 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 16.7% in the 0-30k band to 32.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 61,002 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.