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Peugeot 208 (2022)

311 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.1% first-time pass rate

2022 Peugeot 208

CarHunch analysed 311 real MOT records for the 2022 Peugeot 208. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 311 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2022 Peugeot 208 is a notably reliable proposition, with a 90.8% first-time MOT pass rate that sits well clear of the UK average of 80%. Dangerous defects are rare, affecting just 3.5% of vehicles tested, so safety concerns are minimal.

These cars are still relatively young and low-mileage (median 9,405 miles), meaning real-world durability over the long term remains unproven. The electric variant dominates the dataset at 237 vehicles and posts a 91.0% pass rate, while failure rates are reassuringly low at 0.18 per vehicle—check the service history and battery warranty carefully if you're buying used, as electric drivetrain repair costs can be steep.

The 2022 Peugeot 208 passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (91.1% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass
91.1%
UK average ~80%
Better than average
Dangerous (ever)
3.5%
At least once in MOT history
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Avg failures / car
0.18
Over 1.2 tests on record
Low
Typical mileage
9k
Middle half: 6k–13k
For context
✅ Good baseline reliability. A 91.1% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 311 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 311 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 10.8%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords · …
Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.
Brake wear 4.2%
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 1.9%
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play
Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.
Wipers & washers 1.8%
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2022.

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Before you buy a 2022 Peugeot 208

Based on MOT data from 311 vehicles — here's what to check.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.5% 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 ClickMechanic →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type Vehicles Pass rate Avg failures
Electric (76%) 237 91.4% 0.17
Petrol (22%) 69 90.5% 0.2

Colour Breakdown

Based on 189,356 Peugeot 208 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 21%
39,768
White 20.6%
39,002
Black 19.8%
37,504
Blue 15%
28,395
Silver 11.7%
22,120
Red 6.6%
12,535
Pink 2.6%
5,012
Orange 2.2%
4,084
Purple 0.4%
739
Brown 0%
82
Bronze 0%
60
Gold 0%
55

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Peugeot 208 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.

9,405
typical
5,816
low mileage
12,764
high mileage

Half of all 2022 Peugeot 208 vehicles fall between 5,816 and 12,764 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?
✓ Under 5,816 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.
✓ 5,816–12,764 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Peugeot 208s sit.
⚠ Over 17,231 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
0.18
Avg failures per vehicle
0.7
Avg advisories per vehicle
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