Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2012 Peugeot 3008?

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 2012 Peugeot 3008?

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 2012 Peugeot 3008?

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 2012 Peugeot 3008 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

54% 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 2012 Peugeot 3008 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 12,480 vehicles, the 2012 Peugeot 3008 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 77.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2012 Peugeot 3008?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2012 Peugeot 3008 are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (65% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (62.2% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (60.1% 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 2012 Peugeot 3008?

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 3008 (2012)

12,480 real MOT outcomes analysed • 77.4% first-time pass rate

2012 Peugeot 3008

CarHunch analysed 12,480 real MOT records for the 2012 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 2012 Peugeot 3008's 77.3% first-time pass rate trails the UK average of 80%, which isn't alarming but worth noting—more concerning is that 53.5% of these vehicles have suffered a dangerous defect at some point, suggesting systemic issues rather than isolated cases. Petrol and diesel variants perform nearly identically (77.9% and 77.2% respectively), so fuel choice won't meaningfully affect reliability here.

At 67,279 miles average for a 12-year-old vehicle, these 3008s are showing reasonable mileage for their age, yet owners face an average of 3.27 failures and 18.1 advisories per MOT—a substantial workload. Before buying, obtain the full MOT history and have a pre-purchase inspection focus on suspension, brakes, and steering components, which typically dominate the failure list for this generation.

The 2012 Peugeot 3008 has a decent first-time pass rate (77.4%), 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

77.4%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

53.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.27

Over 13.4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

66k

Middle half: 52k–81k

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 18.1 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 12,480 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 12,480 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 2012.

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Based on MOT data from 12,480 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 53.5% 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 →
📄 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
Diesel (90%)	11,232	77.3%	3.29
Petrol (7%)	918	78%	3.19
Electric Diesel (1%)	187	78.3%	3.08
Electric (0%)	61	80.3%	2.92
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (0%)	58	79.2%	2.97

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%

Beige 0%

Green 0%

Maroon 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2012 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.

66,075

typical

51,988

low mileage

81,466

high mileage

Half of all 2012 Peugeot 3008 vehicles fall between 51,988 and 81,466 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 51,988 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.

✓ 51,988–81,466 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2012 Peugeot 3008s sit.

⚠ Over 109,979 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2012 Peugeot 3008 — Still on the Road

Most 2012 Peugeot 3008s are still being driven.

9,129 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 75% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
* 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

13.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.27

Avg failures per vehicle

18.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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