Peugeot 5008 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Peugeot 5008 car check
Is the Peugeot 5008 reliable? We analysed 324,566 real MOT tests across 35,688 vehicles to find out.
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The Peugeot 5008 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, stop lamp not working and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot 5008.
Peugeot 5008 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Peugeot 5008. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Peugeot 5008 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Peugeot 5008 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Peugeot 5008 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Peugeot 5008 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Peugeot 5008 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Peugeot 5008 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Peugeot 5008 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Peugeot 5008 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Peugeot 5008 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Peugeot 5008 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 463 | 84.2% | 19,562 | 27,439 | 37,216 |
| 2022 | 1,736 | 86.9% | 22,463 | 31,711 | 43,865 |
| 2021 | 2,728 | 86.0% | 27,399 | 37,842 | 49,324 |
| 2020 | 13,907 | 84.6% | 24,204 | 34,520 | 47,245 |
| 2019 | 27,073 | 83.9% | 27,384 | 39,660 | 54,826 |
| 2018 | 33,402 | 82.8% | 30,554 | 44,252 | 60,933 |
| 2017 | 6,041 | 78.2% | 31,392 | 47,044 | 66,968 |
| 2016 | 18,058 | 74.1% | 35,517 | 53,121 | 76,727 |
| 2015 | 20,864 | 73.4% | 38,126 | 57,368 | 82,362 |
| 2014 | 24,365 | 71.6% | 41,550 | 63,151 | 89,968 |
| 2013 | 38,761 | 69.7% | 45,685 | 68,880 | 96,155 |
| 2012 | 38,479 | 71.6% | 48,540 | 72,856 | 100,054 |
| 2011 | 40,190 | 72.7% | 53,073 | 79,852 | 108,360 |
| 2010 | 55,931 | 69.0% | 52,630 | 79,182 | 107,475 |
| 2009 | 605 | 68.6% | 48,608 | 75,710 | 103,227 |
How Long Does a Peugeot 5008 Last?
Based on 35,688 Peugeot 5008 vehicles on UK roads.
Peugeot 5008 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot 5008 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 5008
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.9% MOT pass rate from 1,736 tests
68.6% MOT pass rate from 605 tests
The best year to buy a used Peugeot 5008 is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.9% across 1,736 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Peugeot 5008 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peugeot 5008 THIS CAR | 74.4% | 324,566 | 60,248 mi | 16 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 GSF1200 | 85% | 167,874 | 20,757 mi | 30 yrs |
Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot 5008 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Peugeot 5008 has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.4% across 324,566 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Peugeot 5008 are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (3,812 recorded failures), stop lamp not working (2,581), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (2,348). 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 5008 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 5008 owner drives around 7,987 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 5008 models stay on UK roads for around 16 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.