Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 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 2021 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 2021 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.

Is the 2021 Peugeot 3008 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,534 vehicles, the 2021 Peugeot 3008 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2021 Peugeot 3008?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2021 Peugeot 3008 are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (29.4% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (28.5% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (19.7% 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 2021 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 (2021)

1,534 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93% first-time pass rate

2021 Peugeot 3008

CarHunch analysed 1,534 real MOT records for the 2021 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 2021 Peugeot 3008 is a genuinely reliable proposition, with a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.6%—well above the UK average of 80%. Petrol versions edge ahead at 94.1% versus diesel at 90.5%, and only 9.8% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low.

These cars are running light mileage for their age (median 36,300 miles), which partly explains the strong pass rates, but the real story is in the detail: owners are dealing with less than a quarter of a failure per vehicle on average, and minor advisories (1.9 per car) are the norm rather than serious wear. If you're buying one, check the service history carefully to confirm that light mileage has been matched with proper maintenance, as newer 3008s in good condition should sail through their tests.

The 2021 Peugeot 3008 passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (93% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 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

93%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

9.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.22

Over 2.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

36k

Middle half: 26k–49k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 93% 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 1.9 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 1,534 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 1,534 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 29.4%

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 17.9%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear 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.

Other issues 9.4%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2021.

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Before you buy a 2021 Peugeot 3008

Based on MOT data from 1,534 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 9.8% 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 (71%)	1,095	92.4%	0.24
Petrol (28%)	426	94.3%	0.18

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 2021 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.

36,300

typical

25,923

low mileage

48,520

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Peugeot 3008 vehicles fall between 25,923 and 48,520 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 25,923 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.

✓ 25,923–48,520 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Peugeot 3008s sit.

⚠ Over 65,502 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2021 Peugeot 3008 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2021 Peugeot 3008s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 1,440 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 99% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2023–2025.

MOT History Averages

2.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.22

Avg failures per vehicle

1.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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