2014 Peugeot 5008 — MOT failures & pass rate
11,529 MOT tests on the 2014 Peugeot 5008 are in this dataset, and 74.7% of them passed. Against mid-size SUVs of a similar age (17.9% fail rate), the 2014 5008 comes out 7.4pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, tyres and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 19.3% of all tests — 10.7 points clear of tyres, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are stop lamp, headlamp aim and tread depth — stop lamp alone was recorded 1,203 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 16.7% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 27.5% once past 150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 31.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 21.2% of tests failed in 2021 against 28.2% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.3% | 2,225 |
| 2 | Tyres | 8.6% | 994 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.7% | 888 |
| 4 | Suspension | 7.0% | 804 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.8% | 548 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.5% | 400 |
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 | 1,203 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 638 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 610 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 566 |
| 5 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 552 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 428 |
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 | 31.1% | 3,580 |
| 2 | Brakes | 25.7% | 2,963 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 14.4% | 1,666 |
| 4 | Other defects | 11.8% | 1,355 |
| 5 | Suspension | 9.2% | 1,057 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 5.2% | 597 |
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 | 233 | 16.7% |
| 30-60k | 2,579 | 22.0% |
| 60-90k | 4,527 | 25.7% |
| 90-120k | 2,595 | 27.1% |
| 120-150k | 962 | 28.3% |
| 150k+ | 633 | 27.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 11,330 | 25.3% |
| Petrol | 199 | 24.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,336 | 21.2% |
| 2022 | 2,356 | 23.5% |
| 2023 | 2,327 | 25.6% |
| 2024 | 2,332 | 28.3% |
| 2025 | 2,178 | 28.2% |
What to check before buying a 2014 5008
On a 2014 5008, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 19.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (19.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (8.6% 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.
- Brakes (7.7% 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 2014 Peugeot 5008s pass their MOT?
74.7% of the 11,529 2014 Peugeot 5008 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Peugeot 5008?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.3% of tests, followed by tyres (8.6%).
Does the 2014 5008 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 16.7% in the 0-30k band to 27.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 11,529 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.