2021 Peugeot 5008 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 12,126 MOT tests, the 2021 Peugeot 5008 recorded an 89.3% pass rate. Mid-size SUVs of a similar age fail 8.1% of the time, so this is 2.6pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in tyres, brakes and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (5.4%) and brakes (3.5%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are brake pads, tread depth and headlamp aim — brake pads alone was recorded 453 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2021 5008 fails 8.7% of the time in the 0-30k band and 11.3% at 90-120k, a spread of only 2.6 points.
Fuel type barely separates them — petrol fails 10.5% of the time against 10.9% for diesel.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 23.8% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.4% | 659 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.5% | 422 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.2% | 265 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 210 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.8% | 102 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.8% | 98 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 453 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 372 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 201 |
| 4 | Washers | 191 |
| 5 | Wipers | 99 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 78 |
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 | 23.8% | 2,891 |
| 2 | Brakes | 19.2% | 2,332 |
| 3 | Other defects | 12.0% | 1,450 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.8% | 335 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.3% | 274 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.8% | 91 |
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 | 5,113 | 8.7% |
| 30-60k | 6,234 | 11.8% |
| 60-90k | 708 | 14.7% |
| 90-120k | 62 | 11.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 6,800 | 10.5% |
| Diesel | 5,326 | 10.9% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 244 | 10.3% |
| 2024 | 6,081 | 11.2% |
| 2025 | 5,778 | 10.1% |
What to check before buying a 2021 5008
On a 2021 5008, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 5.4% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (5.4% 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 (3.5% 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.
- Visibility (2.2% 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.
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 2021 Peugeot 5008s pass their MOT?
89.3% of the 12,126 2021 Peugeot 5008 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Peugeot 5008?
Tyres, recorded in 5.4% of tests, followed by brakes (3.5%).
Does the 2021 5008 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.7% in the 0-30k band to 11.3% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 12,126 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.