Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 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 2018 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 2018 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 2018 Peugeot 3008 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

25% 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 2018 Peugeot 3008 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 18,852 vehicles, the 2018 Peugeot 3008 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 87.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2018 Peugeot 3008?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Peugeot 3008 are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (45.6% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (44.7% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (36.9% 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 2018 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 (2018)

18,852 real MOT outcomes analysed • 87.5% first-time pass rate

2018 Peugeot 3008

CarHunch analysed 18,852 real MOT records for the 2018 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 2018 Peugeot 3008 passes its MOT first time in 85.7% of cases, which is a solid 5.7 percentage points above the UK average, though the concerning part is that nearly a quarter of these vehicles (24.6%) have recorded at least one dangerous defect during their MOT history. Petrol versions perform noticeably better than diesels, with an 87.4% pass rate compared to 84.3%, suggesting the petrol engine is more inherently reliable.

At 44,545 miles median mileage for a six-year-old car, these 3008s are running close to average wear, and the relatively low failure rate of 0.84 per vehicle indicates most problems caught are minor. However, the high advisory count of 6.4 per car points to persistent small issues—likely suspension, lighting, or trim—so budget for regular attention to prevent minor faults from becoming test failures.

The 2018 Peugeot 3008 passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (87.5%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ 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

87.5%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

24.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.84

Over 5.8 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

45k

Middle half: 34k–57k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 87.5% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 6.4 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 18,852 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 18,852 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 45.6%

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 29%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · 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 16.7%

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play · 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.

Other issues 15%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018.

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Petrol vs Diesel

Pass rate difference of 2 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.

88.6%

Petrol

8,585 vehicles

86.6%

Diesel

10,267 vehicles

Before you buy a 2018 Peugeot 3008

Based on MOT data from 18,852 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 24.6% 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 (54%)	10,267	86.6%	0.9
Petrol (46%)	8,585	88.6%	0.77

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 2018 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.

44,545

typical

34,315

low mileage

57,331

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Peugeot 3008 vehicles fall between 34,315 and 57,331 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 34,315 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.

✓ 34,315–57,331 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Peugeot 3008s sit.

⚠ Over 77,396 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Peugeot 3008 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Peugeot 3008s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 17,615 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

5.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.84

Avg failures per vehicle

6.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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