Peugeot 4007 (2008)
2008 Peugeot 4007
CarHunch analysed 761 real MOT records for the 2008 Peugeot 4007. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2008 Peugeot 4007 falls notably short of the UK average with a 74.3% first-time pass rate—nearly 6 percentage points below the 80% benchmark—and nearly half of tested vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a significant red flag for potential buyers. This is a reliability concern that shouldn't be ignored, particularly if you're considering an older example.
At 89,000 miles average, these cars sit right where you'd expect for their age, but the real worry is buried in the detail: they average 4.34 failures and 29.4 advisories per MOT cycle, suggesting recurring wear and deterioration rather than isolated problems. Before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers the suspension, braking system, and emissions components—areas that clearly give this model trouble—and factor in the likelihood of regular repair bills.
What to check before buying a 2008 Peugeot 4007
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.
- ⚠️ 46.3% 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 (99%) | 757 | 74.3% | 4.34 |
| Petrol (1%) | 4 | 81.4% | 3.75 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2008 Peugeot 4007 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 2008 Peugeot 4007 vehicles fall between 72,710 and 104,934 miles.
2008 Peugeot 4007 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 215 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (30% 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 — 2008 Peugeot 4007
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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79.2%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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56.9%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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56.8%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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54.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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50.8%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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50.5%
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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48.4%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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43.5%
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008. Counts include advisories and failures.
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