Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Peugeot 2008?

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 2008?

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 2008?

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 2008 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

30% 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 2008 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 18,513 vehicles, the 2016 Peugeot 2008 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 83%, 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 2008?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Peugeot 2008 are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (47.7% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (41.2% of vehicles), Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (33.4% 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 2008?

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 (2016)

18,513 real MOT outcomes analysed • 83% first-time pass rate

2016 Peugeot 2008

CarHunch analysed 18,513 real MOT records for the 2016 Peugeot 2008. 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 2008 passes its MOT slightly above the UK average at 83%, which is a solid result, but nearly 30% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—notably higher than typical and a genuine concern for a used buyer. Petrol versions fare a touch better at 84% pass rate versus 82% for diesels, suggesting the petrol engine is marginally more robust.

At just over 38,000 miles median mileage for an eight-year-old car, these are relatively low-mileage examples, which explains why failures average only 1.62 per vehicle. However, advisories average 10.6 per test, pointing to niggling wear items and electrical gremlins that are common on this model; before committing to purchase, have any candidate independently inspected and specifically ask the seller about its MOT history for dangerous defects.

The 2016 Peugeot 2008 has a decent first-time pass rate (83%), 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

83%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

29.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.62

Over 8.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

38k

Middle half: 29k–49k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 10.6 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 18,513 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 18,513 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 47.7%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside 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 33.4%

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

Other issues 17.2%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Lighting 13.2%

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources · Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Exhaust & emissions 12.6%

Rear Exhaust mounting defective

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Petrol vs Diesel

Pass rate difference of 2.2 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.

84.1%

Petrol

9,705 vehicles

81.9%

Diesel

8,808 vehicles

Before you buy a 2016 Peugeot 2008

Based on MOT data from 18,513 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 29.7% 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 (52%)	9,705	84.1%	1.52
Diesel (48%)	8,808	81.9%	1.74

Colour Breakdown

Based on 99,202 Peugeot 2008 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 35.8%

35,559

White 24.2%

23,992

Black 19%

18,829

Red 13.9%

13,812

Blue 3.7%

3,668

Green 2%

1,982

Brown 1.2%

1,181

Orange 0.1%

127

Silver 0%

Bronze 0%

Maroon 0%

Beige 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Peugeot 2008 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.

38,416

typical

28,873

low mileage

48,683

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Peugeot 2008 vehicles fall between 28,873 and 48,683 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 28,873 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.

✓ 28,873–48,683 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Peugeot 2008s sit.

⚠ Over 65,722 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 2008 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Peugeot 2008s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 17,161 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 95% 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

8.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.62

Avg failures per vehicle

10.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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