Peugeot Boxer (2008)
2008 Peugeot Boxer
CarHunch analysed 3,805 real MOT records for the 2008 Peugeot Boxer. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2008 Peugeot Boxer's 77.4% first-time pass rate sits below the UK average of 80%, and more concerning, nearly a third of these vans have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above typical thresholds and a genuine buyer red flag. These are predominantly diesel vehicles, and that 77.4% figure represents the entire cohort with no variation between fuel types to exploit.
At an average mileage of 63,531 against a median of 44,774, many examples on the market have been driven hard, and that's reflected in the data: owners face an average of 3.88 failures and 16.3 advisories per test, suggesting these vans need attentive maintenance to stay roadworthy. Before buying, get a full pre-purchase inspection focused on brakes, steering, and suspension—the dangerous defect prevalence means skipping this step is a false economy.
What to check before buying a 2008 Peugeot Boxer
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.
- ⚠️ 31.7% 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 (100%) | 3,803 | 77.4% | 3.88 |
| Petrol (0%) | 2 | 91.2% | 1.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2008 Peugeot Boxer 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 Boxer vehicles fall between 25,520 and 94,815 miles.
2008 Peugeot Boxer — Still on the Road
2,481 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 71% of the peak remain.
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 Boxer
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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56.5%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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28.8%
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements
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27.3%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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27.2%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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21.4%
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
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20.1%
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
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19.4%
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A'
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19.2%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008. Counts include advisories and failures.
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