2023 Peugeot 5008 — MOT failures & pass rate
251 MOT tests on the 2023 Peugeot 5008 are in this dataset, and 92.8% of them passed. Against mid-size SUVs of a similar age (5.5% fail rate), the 2023 5008 comes out 1.6pp worse. Failures cluster in brakes, lighting & signalling and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — brakes (4.4%) and lighting & signalling (2.0%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are brake pads, headlamp aim and brake discs — brake pads alone was recorded 14 times.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 15.9% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 4.4% | 11 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 2.0% | 5 |
| 3 | Tyres | 1.6% | 4 |
| 4 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.2% | 3 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.8% | 2 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.8% | 2 |
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 | 14 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 7 |
| 3 | Brake discs | 3 |
| 4 | Washers | 3 |
| 5 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 2 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 1 |
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 | 15.9% | 40 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.8% | 27 |
| 3 | Other defects | 9.2% | 23 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.8% | 7 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.0% | 5 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.8% | 2 |
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 | 153 | 3.9% |
| 30-60k | 97 | 12.4% |
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 151 | 6.0% |
| Diesel | 98 | 9.2% |
What to check before buying a 2023 5008
On a 2023 5008, brakes is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 4.4% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Brakes (4.4% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (2.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (1.6% 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.
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 2023 Peugeot 5008s pass their MOT?
92.8% of the 251 2023 Peugeot 5008 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2023 Peugeot 5008?
Brakes, recorded in 4.4% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (2.0%).
Does the 2023 5008 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.9% in the 0-30k band to 12.4% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 251 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.