Peugeot 308 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Peugeot 308 car check
Is the Peugeot 308 reliable? We analysed 2,311,933 real MOT tests across 194,298 vehicles to find out.
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The Peugeot 308 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and brake binding. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot 308.
Peugeot 308 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Peugeot 308. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Peugeot 308 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Peugeot 308 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Peugeot 308 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Peugeot 308 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Peugeot 308 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Peugeot 308 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Peugeot 308 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Peugeot 308 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Peugeot 308 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Peugeot 308 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,393 | 85.1% | 32,197 | 51,472 | 80,303 |
| 2020 | 11,869 | 87.8% | 20,412 | 31,177 | 46,139 |
| 2019 | 35,627 | 85.9% | 24,258 | 36,382 | 53,095 |
| 2018 | 54,508 | 83.7% | 28,276 | 42,258 | 60,771 |
| 2017 | 73,699 | 83.5% | 32,052 | 48,098 | 69,469 |
| 2016 | 135,561 | 81.0% | 35,283 | 53,207 | 75,968 |
| 2015 | 151,289 | 80.3% | 39,080 | 58,754 | 82,852 |
| 2014 | 152,935 | 78.6% | 39,864 | 60,337 | 85,395 |
| 2013 | 155,395 | 76.0% | 40,984 | 62,571 | 89,116 |
| 2012 | 175,124 | 76.3% | 43,266 | 66,434 | 93,762 |
| 2011 | 188,201 | 77.1% | 42,234 | 66,006 | 94,069 |
| 2010 | 307,872 | 73.4% | 44,056 | 67,482 | 95,125 |
| 2009 | 383,139 | 71.9% | 44,948 | 68,589 | 96,210 |
| 2008 | 414,764 | 70.9% | 44,836 | 68,101 | 95,131 |
| 2007 | 62,655 | 70.4% | 43,670 | 67,033 | 93,216 |
| 2006 | 142 | 69.0% | 53,534 | 78,443 | 116,811 |
| 2004 | 68 | 67.6% | 54,614 | 74,490 | 116,537 |
How Long Does a Peugeot 308 Last?
Based on 194,298 Peugeot 308 vehicles on UK roads.
Peugeot 308 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot 308 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Peugeot 308
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.8% MOT pass rate from 11,869 tests
67.6% MOT pass rate from 68 tests
The best year to buy a used Peugeot 308 is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.8% across 11,869 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Peugeot 308 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peugeot 308 THIS CAR | 75.4% | 2,311,933 | 63,088 mi | 19 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 |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 76.2% | 1,025,634 | 67,542 mi | 28 yrs |
Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot 308 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Peugeot 308Should you buy a used Peugeot 308?
The Peugeot 308 has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.4% across 2,311,933 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Peugeot 308 are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (36,667 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (24,928), and brake binding (15,321). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
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 308 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 308 owner drives around 6,611 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.
In terms of longevity, most Peugeot 308 models stay on UK roads for around 19 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.