Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 Peugeot 407?

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 407?

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 407?

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 407 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

36% 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 407 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 4,489 vehicles, the 2008 Peugeot 407 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 73.8%, 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 407?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2008 Peugeot 407 are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (61% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (59.5% of vehicles), Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components (53.6% 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 407?

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 407 (2008)

4,489 real MOT outcomes analysed • 73.8% first-time pass rate

2008 Peugeot 407

CarHunch analysed 4,489 real MOT records for the 2008 Peugeot 407. 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 407 falls short of the UK average with a 73.8% first-time pass rate compared to 80%, and this gap widens when you consider that over a third of these cars (36.2%) have recorded dangerous defects during MOT testing—a significant buyer concern. Petrol and diesel variants perform almost identically at around 74% pass rate, so fuel choice won't be your deciding factor here.

At 94,575 miles average, these 407s are running higher mileage than you'd expect for their age, which partly explains the 3.79 failures per vehicle. The high advisory count of 17.8 per car reflects widespread minor wear items and maintenance niggles; if you're considering one, budget for remedial work and factor in a thorough pre-purchase inspection that specifically flags any past dangerous defect history.

The 2008 Peugeot 407 has a below-average first-time pass rate (73.8% 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

73.8%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

36.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.79

Over 13.7 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

91k

Middle half: 71k–116k

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 17.8 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 4,489 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 4,489 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 61%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 53.6%

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · Oil leak, but not excessive · Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay · …

Brake wear 31.1%

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008.

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Before you buy a 2008 Peugeot 407

Based on MOT data from 4,489 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 36.2% 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 (94%)	4,235	73.7%	3.8
Petrol (5%)	236	74%	3.73

Colour Breakdown

Based on 68,393 Peugeot 407 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 37.5%

25,635

Grey 20.2%

13,814

Black 16.5%

11,257

Blue 12.8%

8,767

Red 5.9%

4,046

Gold 4.3%

2,965

Maroon 1.1%

774

Bronze 0.9%

586

White 0.5%

346

Green 0.3%

172

Yellow 0%

Purple 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 Peugeot 407 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.

91,034

typical

70,704

low mileage

115,554

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Peugeot 407 vehicles fall between 70,704 and 115,554 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 70,704 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.

✓ 70,704–115,554 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Peugeot 407s sit.

⚠ Over 155,997 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 407 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 22% of 2008 Peugeot 407s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 869 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (22% 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

13.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.79

Avg failures per vehicle

17.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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