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Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s reliable? We analysed 584 real MOT tests across 198 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 584 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
86.1%
Typical Mileage
39,894mi
Annual Mileage
7,563mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s.

Specifications

Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1498cc
Engine
100bhp
Power
97g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1498cc
Power
100 BHP
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Red
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Fuel-economy data not held for this model.

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
97 g/km Band A
Emission class
6c
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

86.9%
2021
84.5%
2020

Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2

Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,465 mi/yr
Typical
7,563 mi/yr
Average
9,130 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,890 mi/yr

Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 168 86.9% 27,398 45,646 64,122
2020 335 84.5% 23,420 40,103 58,984

How Long Does a Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s Last?

Based on 198 Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.9 years
Median
4.0 years

Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
39,894 mi
75th Percentile
58,937 mi
95th Percentile
93,699 mi
Max Recorded
134,407 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

86.9% MOT pass rate from 168 tests

Year to avoid
2020

84.5% MOT pass rate from 335 tests

The best year to buy a used Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.9% across 168 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s THIS CAR 86.1% 584 39,894 mi — yrs
Peugeot 206 67.7% 9,831,622 65,066 mi 28 yrs
Peugeot 307 67.5% 5,095,133 73,548 mi 25 yrs
Peugeot 207 70.9% 4,554,199 59,259 mi 20 yrs
MG ZS Excite 92.5% 704 36,876 mi — yrs

Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s?

The Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.1% across 584 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s owner drives around 7,563 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s reliable?
Based on 584 MOT tests, the Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s has a 86.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s do per year?
The typical Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s does around 7,563 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Peugeot 208 GT Line Bluehdi S/s is 2021 with a 86.9% pass rate across 168 tests.