Peugeot 208 (2015)
2015 Peugeot 208
CarHunch analysed 28,502 real MOT records for the 2015 Peugeot 208. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2015 Peugeot 208 passes its MOT slightly above the UK average at 83.3%, with petrol versions performing notably better at 84% versus diesels at 80.6%—but the real concern is that nearly a third (31.7%) have recorded dangerous defects, which is significantly higher than typical and suggests serious structural or safety issues can develop in these cars. At a median mileage of 40,225 miles for a nine-year-old vehicle, these examples are relatively well-used, yet they average 1.77 failures and 11.3 advisories per test, indicating persistent small issues rather than catastrophic problems.
If you're considering a used 208 from this generation, prioritise a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension, steering, and braking components—the high dangerous defect rate warrants extra caution. Request the full MOT history to see whether failure patterns repeat, as this will tell you whether you're buying a one-off problem or stepping into a car with endemic weaknesses.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 3.4 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2015 Peugeot 208
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 31.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (79%) | 22,470 | 84% | 1.68 |
| Diesel (21%) | 6,029 | 80.6% | 2.07 |
| Other (0%) | 3 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2015 Peugeot 208 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2015 Peugeot 208 vehicles fall between 29,493 and 51,988 miles.
2015 Peugeot 208 — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 25,617 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 93% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2015 Peugeot 208
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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56.9%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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47.9%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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45.7%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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42.9%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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37.2%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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33.6%
Rear Exhaust mounting defective
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29.1%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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23.9%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2015. Counts include advisories and failures.
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