CarVerify

Free Car Check

AB08 XSG

2008 Peugeot 308

Silver Petrol 1397cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

104,855 mi
Last recorded104,855 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Peugeot 30868,101 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Peugeot
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 XSG
MakePeugeot
Model308
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2020 104,855 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2020 93,136 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 85,503 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/s rear tyre perished and cracked

Pass 28 Nov 2018 80,690 miles

o/s front tyre worn on edges

Pass 29 Nov 2017 77,295 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 74,779 miles

Front Tyres Wearing On Insides

Pass 26 Nov 2015 67,517 miles

coolant on min mark and appears slightly weak.

Pass 2 Dec 2014 57,795 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Dec 2014 57,795 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Nov 2013 49,271 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 48,989 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 38,395 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 31,222 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 28,881 miles

rear brake disc edges rusted

How Reliable is the Peugeot 308?

Based on 2,311,933 MOT tests across 194,298 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
6,611
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
194,298
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 36,667
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24,928
brake binding 15,321
coil spring broken 14,587
Registration plate lamp not working 14,149
Full Peugeot 308 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AB08 XSG is a 2008 Peugeot 308 in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Peugeot 308 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 68,101 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 308 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 36,667 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB08 XSG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 308 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Peugeot 308 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AB08 XSG?

You can check the full history of AB08 XSG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AB08 XSG registered?

AB08 XSG is a 2008 Peugeot 308, first registered on 19 August 2008.

Is AB08 XSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 XSG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AB08 XSG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AB08 XSG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.