2008 Peugeot Partner — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 21,839 MOT tests analysed for the 2008 Peugeot Partner, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion. Its pass rate of 70.7% was in line with the average for vans of a similar age (71.3%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 31.2% in the 150k+ group versus 18.1% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 20.0% | 4,361 |
| 2 | Suspension | 13.9% | 3,038 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.9% | 1,938 |
| 4 | Brakes | 8.8% | 1,929 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.7% | 1,456 |
| 6 | Tyres | 5.9% | 1,279 |
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 | 1,748 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 1,458 |
| 3 | Joints | 1,265 |
| 4 | Horn | 1,039 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 918 |
| 6 | Wipers | 882 |
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 | 29.5% | 6,445 |
| 2 | Suspension | 25.7% | 5,604 |
| 3 | Brakes | 24.9% | 5,429 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 23.2% | 5,060 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 16.4% | 3,591 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.7% | 2,335 |
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 | 387 | 18.1% |
| 30-60k | 2,398 | 23.4% |
| 60-90k | 4,081 | 27.1% |
| 90-120k | 5,627 | 30.4% |
| 120-150k | 4,771 | 31.9% |
| 150k+ | 4,544 | 31.2% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 19,680 | 29.7% |
| Petrol | 2,159 | 25.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5,318 | 28.0% |
| 2022 | 5,004 | 29.6% |
| 2023 | 4,380 | 28.6% |
| 2024 | 3,880 | 30.5% |
| 2025 | 3,257 | 30.4% |
What to check before buying a 2008 Partner
Before buying a 2008 Peugeot Partner, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 20.0% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (20.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (13.9% 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.
- Body, structure & corrosion (8.9% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
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 2008 Peugeot Partners pass their MOT?
70.7% of the 21,839 2008 Peugeot Partner MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2008 Peugeot Partner?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.0% of tests, followed by suspension (13.9%).
Does the 2008 Partner get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 18.1% in the 0-30k band to 31.2% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 21,839 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.