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Peugeot 3008 (2011)

13,562 real MOT outcomes analysed • 77.2% first-time pass rate

2011 Peugeot 3008

CarHunch analysed 13,562 real MOT records for the 2011 Peugeot 3008. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2011 Peugeot 3008 trails the UK average by nearly 3 percentage points with a 77.2% first-time pass rate, and this is compounded by a serious concern: over half of these vehicles (52.2%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point in their MOT history, making this a notably problematic cohort for safety-critical issues. Petrol and diesel variants perform almost identically, so fuel choice won't improve your odds here.

These cars are running at around 69,600 miles on average—reasonable for their age—but the real tell is in the failure pattern: 3.45 average failures per test coupled with a high 19.6 advisories suggests widespread minor wear and cumulative issues rather than one catastrophic problem. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically checks suspension geometry, braking components, and electrical systems, as these categories dominate the advisory list for this generation.

The 2011 Peugeot 3008 has a decent first-time pass rate (77.2%), 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
77.2%
UK average ~80%
Around average
Dangerous (ever)
52.2%
At least once in MOT history
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Avg failures / car
3.45
Over 14.1 tests on record
High
Typical mileage
69k
Middle half: 54k–84k
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🔧 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 19.6 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 13,562 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 13,562 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 65%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …
Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.
Brake wear 60.1%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …
Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.
Other issues 52.5%
Oil leak, but not excessive · Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Suspension & steering 25.7%
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement · Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2011.

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Before you buy a 2011 Peugeot 3008

Based on MOT data from 13,562 vehicles — here's what to check.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. 52.2% 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
  • 📄 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 carVertical Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type Vehicles Pass rate Avg failures
Diesel (89%) 12,105 77.3% 3.44
Petrol (11%) 1,439 76.8% 3.51

Colour Breakdown

Based on 139,814 Peugeot 3008 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 28.2%
39,392
Black 19.2%
26,877
White 15.3%
21,398
Red 12.5%
17,461
Blue 8.9%
12,460
Silver 8.4%
11,793
Bronze 5.4%
7,560
Brown 2%
2,759
Gold 0%
51
Beige 0%
44
Green 0%
13
Maroon 0%
6

Mileage Distribution

Most 2011 Peugeot 3008 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.

69,158
typical
54,480
low mileage
84,239
high mileage

Half of all 2011 Peugeot 3008 vehicles fall between 54,480 and 84,239 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?
Under 54,480 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.
54,480–84,239 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2011 Peugeot 3008s sit.
Over 113,722 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2011 Peugeot 3008 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 63% of 2011 Peugeot 3008s are still active.

8,276 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 63% of the peak remain.

13,108 8,276 2014 2025

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* 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

14.1
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
3.45
Avg failures per vehicle
19.6
Avg advisories per vehicle
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