2022 Peugeot 3008 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 10,543 MOT tests, the 2022 Peugeot 3008 recorded a 92.3% pass rate. That is effectively the same as mid-size SUVs of a similar age (7.6% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: tyres, recorded in 5.0% of tests against 1.5% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, headlamp aim and brake pads — tread depth alone was recorded 290 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 6.5% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 10.9% once past 90-120k.
The petrol cars hold up better: 7.0% fail against 8.6% for hybrid, a 1.6-point gap across 7,454 tests.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 22.4% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.0% | 524 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.5% | 162 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.5% | 159 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 158 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.5% | 48 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.3% | 30 |
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 | 290 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 149 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 128 |
| 4 | Washers | 111 |
| 5 | Wipers | 57 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 37 |
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 | 22.4% | 2,360 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.2% | 1,183 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.3% | 659 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.9% | 203 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.3% | 140 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.3% | 34 |
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 | 6,887 | 6.5% |
| 30-60k | 3,252 | 9.8% |
| 60-90k | 353 | 9.6% |
| 90-120k | 46 | 10.9% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 4,822 | 7.0% |
| Diesel | 3,087 | 7.9% |
| Hybrid | 2,632 | 8.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 519 | 5.4% |
| 2025 | 9,994 | 7.8% |
What to check before buying a 2022 3008
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 5.0% of tests. Start there.
- Tyres (5.0% 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.
- Visibility (1.5% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Brakes (1.5% 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 2022 Peugeot 3008s pass their MOT?
92.3% of the 10,543 2022 Peugeot 3008 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Peugeot 3008?
Tyres, recorded in 5.0% of tests, followed by visibility (1.5%).
Does the 2022 3008 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.5% in the 0-30k band to 10.9% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 10,543 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.