2012 Peugeot 208 · 47,017 MOT tests
2012 Peugeot 208 reliability
2012 Peugeot 208s fail 38.8% of first MOT tests, 23% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 3 of 10 208 years (47,017 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Peugeot 208s: 27.5%)
- 38.8%
- first-time fail rate (all Peugeot 208s: 27.5%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 23% more
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 10
- 71,881
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 10
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 47,017
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2012 against the years either side
- 2013 cars: 25% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2012 car does better)
- Weak spot: body, chassis and structure, 16% of tests fail here (389% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: suspension, 30% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2012 car carries a 61 plate (January–February 2012), or a 12 plate (March–August 2012), or a 62 plate (September–December 2012).
Common problems
What fails on a 2012 Peugeot 208
Fail rate by area
- Body, chassis and structure16%
- Lights and electrics13.7%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks10%
- Suspension7.4%
- Brakes6.2%
- Tyres5.9%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors4.2%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
CV joint boot split or insecure 10.13%
A split CV boot lets dirt in and grease out, so the joint wears and may need full replacement.
Lambda reading outside specified limits 3.21%
An out-of-range lambda reading suggests poor fuel mixture or a failing catalytic converter, so diagnosis is needed.
Dipped beam headlamp not working 3.01%
A failed dipped beam makes it hard to see and be seen at night, so the lamp needs fixing before driving.
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 2.88%
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
Exhaust system insecurely mounted 2.65%
A loose exhaust can drop or hit the road, causing damage and noise, so it must be secured.
Engine warning light inoperative or lit 2.4%
An engine warning light that is lit or not working can hide faults, so diagnosis is needed before buying.
Common advisories
Tyre worn close to legal limit (16.44%) · Brake disc pitted or scored (13.81%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (9.83%) · Suspension arm pin/bush showing wear (9.63%) · Exhaust mounting defective (8.5%) · Exhaust has minor gas leak (4.34%)
Other years
Every Peugeot 208 year
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 2012 Peugeot 208 reliable?
2012 Peugeot 208s fail 38.8% of first MOT tests, 23% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 3 of 10 208 years (47,017 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2012 Peugeot 208 MOT?
Most often cv joint boot split or insecure (10.13% of tests), lambda reading outside specified limits (3.21% of tests), dipped beam headlamp not working (3.01% of tests).
How many miles should a 2012 Peugeot 208 have done?
At its MOT aged about 10, a typical 2012 Peugeot 208 shows 71,881 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2012 car?
A car first registered in 2012 carries a 61 plate (January–February 2012), or a 12 plate (March–August 2012), or a 62 plate (September–December 2012).
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