Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/s Auto?

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 208 GT Puretech S/s Auto?

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 208 GT Puretech S/s Auto?

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 208 GT Puretech S/s Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,233 vehicles, the 2022 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/s Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.7%, 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 208 GT Puretech S/s Auto?

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 208 GT Puretech S/s Auto (2022)

1,233 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.7% first-time pass rate

2022 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/s Auto

CarHunch analysed 1,233 real MOT records for the 2022 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/s Auto. 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 208 GT PureTech is significantly more reliable than the typical UK car, with a 92.9% first-time pass rate against the 80% average—and dangerous defects have shown up in just 2.4% of the fleet, well below concern territory. At an average mileage of just over 20,000 km for a two-year-old car, these vehicles are lightly used and largely problem-free, averaging only 0.12 failures and 0.8 advisories per test.

This is a young, low-mileage cohort, so expect continued strong reliability if you're buying one that's been well-maintained. Before purchase, check the service history closely and have a pre-buy inspection done, since these cars are still new enough that any deferred maintenance could catch up quickly—but the numbers suggest you're starting from a genuinely solid foundation.

The 2022 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/s Auto passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (94.7% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

94.7%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

2.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.12

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

18k

Middle half: 12k–26k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 94.7% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 1,233 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 1,233 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.4% 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 4,765 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/s Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 30%

1,431

Blue 20%

953

Yellow 16.1%

766

White 11.8%

563

Black 11.8%

560

Red 10.3%

492

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/s Auto 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.

17,853

typical

11,920

low mileage

26,230

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/s Auto vehicles fall between 11,920 and 26,230 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 11,920 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.

✓ 11,920–26,230 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/s Autos sit.

⚠ Over 35,410 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

1.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.12

Avg failures per vehicle

0.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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