Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 Peugeot 1007?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2008 Peugeot 1007?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2008 Peugeot 1007?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2008 Peugeot 1007 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

43% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2008 Peugeot 1007 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 234 vehicles, the 2008 Peugeot 1007 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 75.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2008 Peugeot 1007?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2008 Peugeot 1007 are: Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (55% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (51% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (48.6% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2008 Peugeot 1007?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Peugeot 1007 (2008)

234 real MOT outcomes analysed • 75.9% first-time pass rate

2008 Peugeot 1007

CarHunch analysed 234 real MOT records for the 2008 Peugeot 1007. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2008 Peugeot 1007 falls short of the UK average with a first-time MOT pass rate of 75.9%, and nearly half of these cars (43.2%) have recorded at least one dangerous defect during their test history—a significant red flag for any prospective buyer. This suggests structural or safety issues are commonplace in the model.

At nearly 45,000 miles on average, these cars carry moderate mileage for their age, yet they're racking up 3.86 failures per vehicle alongside 17.9 advisories, indicating wear-related problems accumulate quickly. Before committing to a purchase, have a pre-buy inspection completed by a mechanic familiar with the 1007, paying particular attention to structural integrity and any history of major repairs.

We have limited data for the 2008 Peugeot 1007 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

75.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

43.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.86

Over 15.5 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

40k

Middle half: 29k–54k

For context

These stats describe 234 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 234 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 55%

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 33.8%

Oil leak, but not excessive

Brake wear 30.6%

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 21%

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded · Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008.

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Before you buy a 2008 Peugeot 1007

Based on MOT data from 234 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 43.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (72%)	168	75.9%	3.85
Diesel (28%)	66	76%	3.91

Colour Breakdown

Based on 7,871 Peugeot 1007 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 18.1%

1,424

Grey 17.6%

1,382

Black 16.9%

1,332

Silver 13%

1,023

Red 11%

865

Orange 9.7%

767

Yellow 8.8%

692

Green 4.7%

369

Gold 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 Peugeot 1007 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

39,941

typical

29,210

low mileage

54,168

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Peugeot 1007 vehicles fall between 29,210 and 54,168 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 29,210 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 29,210–54,168 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Peugeot 1007s sit.

⚠ Over 73,126 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2008 Peugeot 1007 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 37% of 2008 Peugeot 1007s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 82 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (37% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

15.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.86

Avg failures per vehicle

17.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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