Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 Peugeot 807?

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 807?

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 807?

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 807 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

50% 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 807 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 459 vehicles, the 2008 Peugeot 807 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 66.9%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2008 Peugeot 807?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2008 Peugeot 807 are: Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (76% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (69.9% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (68.3% 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 807?

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 807 (2008)

459 real MOT outcomes analysed • 66.9% first-time pass rate

2008 Peugeot 807

CarHunch analysed 459 real MOT records for the 2008 Peugeot 807. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 459 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2008 Peugeot 807 is a genuinely troublesome proposition: only 67% pass their MOT first time, well below the UK average of 80%, and nearly half of all vehicles analysed have suffered a dangerous defect at some point—a serious red flag for safety. The diesel engines that dominate this cohort (387 of 459 vehicles) perform marginally better at 67.2% pass rate, but that's still a failing grade.

These 807s are averaging nearly 90,000 miles, which is reasonable for their age, yet they're accruing 5.6 failures and 23 advisories per test on average—suggesting systemic wear and maintenance neglect rather than a few isolated weak spots. Before committing to one, pay for a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers brake components, suspension geometry, and electrical systems, because the MOT data points to chronic issues across multiple areas rather than a single fixable fault.

The 2008 Peugeot 807 has a below-average first-time pass rate (66.9% 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

66.9%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

49.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

5.61

Over 16.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

89k

Middle half: 68k–111k

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 23.1 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 459 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 459 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 76%

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements · Parking brake efficiency below requirements · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …

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

Tyre wear 69.9%

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 64.5%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · …

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008.

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Before you buy a 2008 Peugeot 807

Based on MOT data from 459 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 49.7% 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 (84%)	387	67.2%	5.6
Petrol (16%)	72	65%	5.65

Colour Breakdown

Based on 11,027 Peugeot 807 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 47.3%

5,217

Blue 21.8%

2,400

Grey 20.5%

2,256

Red 7.9%

873

Green 1.1%

117

White 1%

111

Gold 0.2%

Black 0.2%

Beige 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 Peugeot 807 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.

88,580

typical

67,856

low mileage

111,315

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Peugeot 807 vehicles fall between 67,856 and 111,315 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 67,856 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.

✓ 67,856–111,315 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Peugeot 807s sit.

⚠ Over 150,275 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 807 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 22% of 2008 Peugeot 807s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 91 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

16.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

5.61

Avg failures per vehicle

23.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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