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Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s reliable? We analysed 746 real MOT tests across 182 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 746 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.3%
Typical Mileage
72,654mi
Annual Mileage
8,088mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI 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 308 Active Blue HDI S/s.

Specifications

Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1560cc
Engine
100bhp
Power
11.3sec
0–62 mph
94g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1560cc
Power
100 BHP
0–62 mph
11.3 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

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

Fuel Economy

Fuel-economy data not held for this model.

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
94 g/km Band A
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (6 mo.)
£N/A
Insurance group
16 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI 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
5,481 mi/yr
Typical
8,088 mi/yr
Average
8,680 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,218 mi/yr

Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
72,654 mi
75th Percentile
93,351 mi
95th Percentile
124,170 mi
Max Recorded
187,146 mi

How Does the Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI 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 308 Active Blue HDI S/s THIS CAR 93.3% 746 72,654 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
Fiat Fiorino 1.7 Td 62.6% 617 81,434 mi 29 yrs

Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s?

The Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.3% across 746 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s owner drives around 8,088 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 308 Active Blue HDI S/s — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s reliable?
Based on 746 MOT tests, the Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s has a 93.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s do per year?
The typical Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s does around 8,088 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI S/s last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Peugeot 308 Active Blue HDI 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.