2016 Peugeot 3008 — MOT failures & pass rate
40,217 MOT tests on the 2016 Peugeot 3008 are in this dataset, and 80.8% of them passed. That is 5.4 percentage points worse than mid-size SUVs of a similar age, which fail at 13.8%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (8.7%) and suspension (7.5%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, tread depth and joints — coil spring alone was recorded 2,386 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 11.6% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 22.1% once past 150k.
Fuel type barely separates them — petrol fails 18.1% of the time against 19.3% for diesel.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 26.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 13.8% of tests failed in 2021 against 23.4% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 8.7% | 3,485 |
| 2 | Suspension | 7.5% | 3,036 |
| 3 | Tyres | 5.6% | 2,241 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.8% | 1,912 |
| 5 | Brakes | 4.5% | 1,812 |
| 6 | Visibility | 1.9% | 763 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 2,386 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 1,878 |
| 3 | Joints | 1,765 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 1,572 |
| 5 | Headlamp | 1,456 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 1,088 |
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 | 26.1% | 10,496 |
| 2 | Brakes | 22.0% | 8,850 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.4% | 3,379 |
| 4 | Other defects | 7.1% | 2,863 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 6.9% | 2,779 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 5.2% | 2,109 |
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 | 5,869 | 11.6% |
| 30-60k | 20,370 | 18.1% |
| 60-90k | 10,714 | 23.5% |
| 90-120k | 2,604 | 25.4% |
| 120-150k | 504 | 24.4% |
| 150k+ | 154 | 22.1% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 37,469 | 19.3% |
| Petrol | 2,748 | 18.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 7,710 | 13.8% |
| 2022 | 7,855 | 16.3% |
| 2023 | 8,200 | 20.3% |
| 2024 | 8,232 | 21.6% |
| 2025 | 8,220 | 23.4% |
What to check before buying a 2016 3008
On a 2016 3008, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 8.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (8.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (7.5% 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.
- Tyres (5.6% 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.
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 2016 Peugeot 3008s pass their MOT?
80.8% of the 40,217 2016 Peugeot 3008 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 19.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2016 Peugeot 3008?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 8.7% of tests, followed by suspension (7.5%).
Does the 2016 3008 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.6% in the 0-30k band to 22.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 40,217 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.