Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Peugeot 2008 GT EV?

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 2022 Peugeot 2008 GT EV?

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 2022 Peugeot 2008 GT EV?

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.

Is the 2022 Peugeot 2008 GT EV reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,947 vehicles, the 2022 Peugeot 2008 GT EV has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Peugeot 2008 GT EV?

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 2008 GT EV (2022)

1,947 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.6% first-time pass rate

2022 Peugeot 2008 GT EV

CarHunch analysed 1,947 real MOT records for the 2022 Peugeot 2008 GT EV. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 Peugeot 2008 GT EV is a strong performer, with an 89.6% first-time pass rate that comfortably beats the UK average of 80%—and dangerous defects are rare, affecting just 2.6% of vehicles. This electric crossover is proving reliable in early ownership, with owners averaging only 0.11 failures per MOT test.

At 23,574 miles on average, these cars are relatively lightly used for their age, which partly explains the healthy pass rates; however, advisories crop up in 70% of tests on average, suggesting minor wear items like brake pad thinning deserve attention before they become costly. If you're considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on battery health and charging system function, since EV-specific components aren't always flagged in routine MOT checks.

The 2022 Peugeot 2008 GT EV passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (94.6% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

94.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

2.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.11

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

21k

Middle half: 16k–29k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 94.6% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 1,947 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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Based on MOT data from 1,947 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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 →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 12,978 Peugeot 2008 GT EV vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 28.1%

3,652

Blue 21.6%

2,799

Black 18%

2,340

White 16.3%

2,115

Orange 8.3%

1,083

Red 7.6%

989

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Peugeot 2008 GT EV 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.

21,482

typical

15,783

low mileage

29,275

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Peugeot 2008 GT EV vehicles fall between 15,783 and 29,275 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 15,783 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.

✓ 15,783–29,275 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Peugeot 2008 GT EVs sit.

⚠ Over 39,521 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.11

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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