2018 Peugeot 3008 — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2018 Peugeot 3008 passed 88.0% of its 105,848 recorded MOT tests. Against mid-size SUVs of a similar age (10.3% fail rate), the 2018 3008 comes out 1.7pp worse. Failures cluster in tyres, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (4.3%) and suspension (3.2%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, brake pads and linkage ball joints — tread depth alone was recorded 3,692 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 7.1% in the 0-30k band and 17.0% in the 150k+ band, a 9.9-point spread — more than double.
Split by fuel, diesel examples fail 1.9pp more often than petrol ones (12.9% vs 11.0%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 23.2% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 8.8% of tests failed in 2021 against 15.8% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.3% | 4,601 |
| 2 | Suspension | 3.2% | 3,370 |
| 3 | Brakes | 3.1% | 3,246 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 2.7% | 2,818 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.7% | 2,812 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.4% | 1,523 |
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 | 3,692 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 2,802 |
| 3 | Linkage ball joints | 1,993 |
| 4 | Wipers | 1,605 |
| 5 | Washers | 1,549 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 1,516 |
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 | 23.2% | 24,548 |
| 2 | Brakes | 20.3% | 21,508 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.1% | 8,535 |
| 4 | Other defects | 7.9% | 8,325 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.9% | 3,108 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 2.8% | 2,952 |
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 | 32,478 | 7.1% |
| 30-60k | 52,718 | 13.0% |
| 60-90k | 16,885 | 17.0% |
| 90-120k | 3,079 | 18.6% |
| 120-150k | 535 | 18.1% |
| 150k+ | 147 | 17.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 57,789 | 12.9% |
| Petrol | 48,059 | 11.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 20,995 | 8.8% |
| 2022 | 20,803 | 9.6% |
| 2023 | 21,134 | 11.9% |
| 2024 | 21,250 | 13.9% |
| 2025 | 21,666 | 15.8% |
What to check before buying a 2018 3008
On a 2018 3008, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 4.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (4.3% 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.
- Suspension (3.2% 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 (3.1% 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 2018 Peugeot 3008s pass their MOT?
88.0% of the 105,848 2018 Peugeot 3008 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 12.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2018 Peugeot 3008?
Tyres, recorded in 4.3% of tests, followed by suspension (3.2%).
Does the 2018 3008 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.1% in the 0-30k band to 17.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 105,848 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.