Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Peugeot 108?

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 2016 Peugeot 108?

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 2016 Peugeot 108?

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 2016 Peugeot 108 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

31% 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 2016 Peugeot 108 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 17,351 vehicles, the 2016 Peugeot 108 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 87.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Peugeot 108?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Peugeot 108 are: Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (42.3% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (42% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (41.2% 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 2016 Peugeot 108?

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 108 (2016)

17,351 real MOT outcomes analysed • 87.8% first-time pass rate

2016 Peugeot 108

CarHunch analysed 17,351 real MOT records for the 2016 Peugeot 108. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Peugeot 108 passes its MOT first time in 87.8% of cases, comfortably ahead of the UK average of 80%, which suggests solid baseline reliability—though the concerning figure is that 30.9% of these cars have suffered a dangerous defect at some point, well above what you'd typically see. This is a real buyer concern and warrants a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

At 31,754 miles median for an eight-year-old car, these 108s are running relatively light, yet they're averaging 8.6 advisories per test, indicating that minor wear items and maintenance issues crop up regularly. Budget for typical upkeep, and before you commit, have a mechanic specifically check the history of any dangerous defects flagged in the MOT record.

The 2016 Peugeot 108 has a decent first-time pass rate (87.8%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ 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

87.8%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

30.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.11

Over 8.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

32k

Middle half: 23k–43k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 87.8% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 8.6 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 17,351 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 17,351 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 42.3%

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

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

Brake wear 30.5%

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

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

Suspension & steering 12.3%

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement · Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

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

Wipers & washers 9.7%

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

Other issues 7.7%

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Peugeot 108

Based on MOT data from 17,351 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 30.9% 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 (100%)	17,348	87.8%	1.11

Colour Breakdown

Based on 78,423 Peugeot 108 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 23.7%

18,594

White 21.1%

16,567

Blue 16.4%

12,829

Black 14.6%

11,459

Purple 13.7%

10,737

Silver 4.2%

3,274

Grey 3.2%

2,500

Green 2.3%

1,842

Yellow 0.4%

311

Bronze 0.4%

294

Gold 0%

Brown 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Peugeot 108 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.

31,754

typical

22,557

low mileage

42,510

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Peugeot 108 vehicles fall between 22,557 and 42,510 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 22,557 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.

✓ 22,557–42,510 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Peugeot 108s sit.

⚠ Over 57,388 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Peugeot 108 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Peugeot 108s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 16,477 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* 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

8.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.11

Avg failures per vehicle

8.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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