Peugeot 308 (2007)
2007 Peugeot 308
CarHunch analysed 4,028 real MOT records for the 2007 Peugeot 308. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2007 Peugeot 308's 71.7% first-time pass rate sits notably below the UK average of 80%, suggesting this model has aged less gracefully than most—and a concerning 43.7% of these cars have recorded dangerous defects at some point, which is a serious red flag for any potential buyer. Petrol and diesel variants are equally problematic (both around 71.5–71.8% pass rates), so fuel choice won't improve your odds here.
These 308s average 69,706 miles—reasonable for 2007—but they're racking up an average of 4.6 failures and 20.6 advisories per test, pointing to systemic wear issues rather than isolated problems. Before buying, get a thorough pre-purchase inspection focused on the electrical and suspension systems, which tend to be weak points on this generation, and budget for regular maintenance if you proceed.
What to check before buying a 2007 Peugeot 308
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 43.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (53%) | 2,117 | 71.8% | 4.72 |
| Petrol (47%) | 1,911 | 71.5% | 4.4 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2007 Peugeot 308 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2007 Peugeot 308 vehicles fall between 63,604 and 94,007 miles.
2007 Peugeot 308 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 558 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (15% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2007 Peugeot 308
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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68.4%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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55.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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55.1%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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50.1%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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44.8%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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44.7%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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42.7%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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40%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2007. Counts include advisories and failures.
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