2010 Peugeot 5008 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 15,721 MOT tests, the 2010 Peugeot 5008 recorded a 69.8% pass rate. That is 5.1 percentage points worse than mid-size SUVs of a similar age, which fail at 25.1%. 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 — 7.9 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are stop lamp, position lamp and headlamp aim — stop lamp alone was recorded 1,341 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 18.0% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 32.4% once past 150k.
Split by fuel, diesel examples fail 2.5pp more often than petrol ones (30.5% vs 28.0%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 31.7% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 21.4% | 3,368 |
| 2 | Suspension | 13.5% | 2,127 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.9% | 1,407 |
| 4 | Visibility | 7.1% | 1,114 |
| 5 | Tyres | 7.0% | 1,106 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 6.3% | 983 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stop lamp | 1,341 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 1,306 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 1,019 |
| 4 | Ball joint | 941 |
| 5 | Headlamp | 898 |
| 6 | Washers | 880 |
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 | 31.7% | 4,987 |
| 2 | Suspension | 28.4% | 4,459 |
| 3 | Brakes | 27.1% | 4,266 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 20.5% | 3,219 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 19.0% | 2,981 |
| 6 | Other defects | 14.4% | 2,272 |
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 | 50 | 18.0% |
| 30-60k | 675 | 22.1% |
| 60-90k | 3,400 | 27.5% |
| 90-120k | 6,053 | 31.3% |
| 120-150k | 3,645 | 31.4% |
| 150k+ | 1,894 | 32.4% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 14,041 | 30.5% |
| Petrol | 1,680 | 28.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,858 | 29.6% |
| 2022 | 3,645 | 30.0% |
| 2023 | 3,258 | 30.4% |
| 2024 | 2,765 | 30.5% |
| 2025 | 2,195 | 30.9% |
What to check before buying a 2010 5008
On a 2010 5008, 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 (13.5% 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.
- Brakes (8.9% 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 5008s pass their MOT?
69.8% of the 15,721 2010 Peugeot 5008 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Peugeot 5008?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 21.4% of tests, followed by suspension (13.5%).
Does the 2010 5008 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 18.0% in the 0-30k band to 32.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 15,721 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.