Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 Peugeot 4007?

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 2008 Peugeot 4007?

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 2008 Peugeot 4007?

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 2008 Peugeot 4007 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

46% 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 2008 Peugeot 4007 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 761 vehicles, the 2008 Peugeot 4007 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2008 Peugeot 4007?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2008 Peugeot 4007 are: Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (89% of vehicles), Oil leak, but not excessive (79.2% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (56.9% 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 2008 Peugeot 4007?

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 4007 (2008)

761 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74.3% first-time pass rate

2008 Peugeot 4007

CarHunch analysed 761 real MOT records for the 2008 Peugeot 4007. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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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.

The 2008 Peugeot 4007 has a below-average first-time pass rate (74.3% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ 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

74.3%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

46.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.34

Over 16 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

88k

Middle half: 73k–105k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 29.4 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 761 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 761 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 89%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 79.2%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened · Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · …

Tyre wear 56.9%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front 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.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008.

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Before you buy a 2008 Peugeot 4007

Based on MOT data from 761 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 46.3% 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 (99%)	757	74.3%	4.34

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,559 Peugeot 4007 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 39.4%

1,007

Silver 21.8%

558

Grey 21.6%

552

Blue 13.4%

343

White 2.3%

Bronze 0.8%

Green 0.7%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 Peugeot 4007 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.

87,928

typical

72,710

low mileage

104,934

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Peugeot 4007 vehicles fall between 72,710 and 104,934 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 72,710 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.

✓ 72,710–104,934 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Peugeot 4007s sit.

⚠ Over 141,660 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2008 Peugeot 4007 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 30% of 2008 Peugeot 4007s are still active.

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.
* 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

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.34

Avg failures per vehicle

29.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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