Family SUV · 2008–2021 cars

Peugeot 3008 reliability

The Peugeot 3008 fails 28.6% of first MOT tests, 21% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, based on 424,765 DVSA MOT tests from 2022 to 2024.

Below averageReliability score 31/100#54 of 59 family suvs

Checking a Peugeot 3008 before you buy?

first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%): 28.6%; first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%)
fails than cars of the same age and mileage: 21% more; fails than cars of the same age and mileage
MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024: 424,765; MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024
typical miles a year, from MOT readings: 8,500; typical miles a year, from MOT readings

What this means for buyers

The Peugeot 3008 has a first-time MOT fail rate of 28.6%, against 28.4% for all cars. It has 21% more MOT fails than cars of the same age and mileage, and ranks 54 of 59 models in its family category. Year matters: 2020 cars had 12% fewer MOT fails than cars of the same age and mileage, but 2016 cars had 48% more. A weaker model can still be a good buy if you check the right things.

Seat belts and airbags are the weakest area, with 135% more fails than comparable cars. Check the most common failures first: tyre tread below 1.6mm (3.2% of tests), a fractured or broken coil spring (2.94%), a split or insecure CV joint boot (2.69%) and a stop lamp not working (2.69%). Ask for the MOT history, then inspect the tyres, springs, CV joint boots, lights and seat belts before you buy.

MOT fail rate by age

How the Peugeot 3008 ages

Each point is the share of Peugeot 3008s of that age that failed their MOT first time, against all cars of the same age.

Peugeot 3008All cars

Peugeot 3008 first-time MOT fail rate by age
Age at MOT (years)	Peugeot 3008	All cars
3	11.8%	12.3%
4	14.3%	14.1%
5	18.1%	16.4%
6	22.9%	19.1%
7	28.8%	22.1%
8	34.6%	25.5%
9	38.9%	28.8%
10	42.9%	31.8%
11	44.9%	34.6%
12	47.5%	37.3%
13	48.8%	39.5%
14	54.6%	41.1%

By year

The best and worst Peugeot 3008 years

2020 cars come out best and 2016 cars worst, once age and mileage are taken into account.

Peugeot 3008 MOT results by year of first registration
First registered	Tests	Fail rate	Against same-age cars	Typical mileage
2021 3008	4,940	10.7%	11% fewer fails	27,446
2020 3008	23,692	11.1%	12% fewer fails	29,485
2019 3008	54,482	14%	0% fewer fails	34,860
2018 3008	66,126	16.2%	3% more fails	40,517
2017 3008	58,307	20.1%	11% more fails	47,284
2016 3008	21,875	30%	48% more fails	50,610
2015 3008	26,904	30.5%	28% more fails	60,009
2014 3008	27,196	35.4%	28% more fails	70,112
2013 3008	36,385	44.3%	43% more fails	77,947
2012 3008	36,016	42.5%	24% more fails	87,207
2011 3008	35,719	44.1%	18% more fails	93,449
2010 3008	30,287	50.8%	27% more fails	100,398
2009 3008	2,824	55.9%	35% more fails	101,300

Common problems

What fails most on a Peugeot 3008

Its weak spot is seat belts and airbags: 135% more fails there than cars of the same age and mileage.

Fail rate by area

Lights and electrics11.8%42% above avg
Suspension8.4%31% above avg
Tyres6.7%10% above avg
Brakes6.5%28% above avg
Body, chassis and structure3.8%87% above avg
Windscreen, wipers and mirrors3.8%5% below avg
Steering2.1%64% above avg
Exhaust, emissions and leaks1.7%17% below avg
Seat belts and airbags1.4%135% above avg

Average for cars of the same age and mileage

Top MOT failures

1
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 3.2% of tests
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
2
Coil spring fractured or broken 2.94% of tests
A broken coil spring can leave the car sitting low or unstable, so it must be replaced before driving.
3
CV joint boot split or insecure 2.69% of tests
A split CV boot lets dirt in and grease out, so the joint wears and may need full replacement.
4
Stop lamp not working 2.69% of tests
A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.
5
Brake pads worn below 1.5mm 2.54% of tests
Pads worn below 1.5mm lose stopping power and can damage discs, so replacement is needed before the car is driven.
6
Position lamp not working 2.26% of tests
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
7
Dipped beam headlamp not working 2.13% of tests
A failed dipped beam makes it hard to see and be seen at night, so the lamp needs fixing before driving.
8
Registration plate lamp not working 1.75% of tests
A dark number plate lamp makes the plate hard to read at night, which is illegal and must be fixed.

Most common advisories

Not a fail yet, but worth pricing in: these show up on a Peugeot 3008's MOT certificate most often.

Tyre worn close to legal limit17.07%
Brake disc pitted or scored10.62%
Brake pads wearing thin9.1%
Suspension arm pin/bush showing wear4.59%
Tyre slightly damaged or cracking4.35%
Brake discs showing some wear2.97%

Before you buy

What to check on a used Peugeot 3008

1
Tyre tread below 1.6mm
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
2
Coil spring fractured or broken
A broken coil spring can leave the car sitting low or unstable, so it must be replaced before driving.
3
CV joint boot split or insecure
A split CV boot lets dirt in and grease out, so the joint wears and may need full replacement.
4
Stop lamp not working
A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.
5
Every MOT since new
Look for the faults above coming back year after year: it shows how the car has been looked after.
6
The mileage record
A typical Peugeot 3008 covers about 8,500 miles a year. A big gap or a drop between MOTs is a warning sign.
7
Finance, stolen and write-off
The records the MOT can't show. A Full Check (£9.99) covers all three before you hand over any money.

Fuel types tested

Diesel71.4%
Petrol27.3%
Hybrid1.3%
Electric0.1%
Other0%

Most common colours

Grey, Black, White, Red, Blue

Average engine size: 1.5 litres.

Compare

How the Peugeot 3008 compares with its rivals

Peugeot 3008 against similar models
Model	Fail rate	Against same-age cars
Audi Q5	15.3%	38% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Audi Q3	15.5%	29% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Volvo XC60	19.5%	22% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Toyota RAV4	25.3%	20% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Land Rover Freelander	33.4%	17% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Hyundai Tucson	17.5%	3% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Peugeot 3008	28.6%	21% more MOT fails than the average car its age

Every family suv ranked in the family suv reliability index, or all Peugeot models.

Questions

Peugeot 3008 questions, answered

Is the Peugeot 3008 reliable?

On MOT results, the Peugeot 3008 is below average: it fails 28.6% of first MOT tests, 21% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage. It ranks 54 of 59 family suv models in our index.

What fails most on a Peugeot 3008 MOT?

The most common MOT failures on the Peugeot 3008 are tyre tread below 1.6mm (3.2% of tests), coil spring fractured or broken (2.94% of tests), cv joint boot split or insecure (2.69% of tests). By area, lights and electrics fails 11.8% of its tests.

Which Peugeot 3008 year is the most reliable?

Among years with 1,000+ tests, 2020 cars do best (12% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age) and 2016 cars do worst (48% more MOT fails than the average car its age).

How many miles does a Peugeot 3008 do a year?

A typical Peugeot 3008 covers about 8,500 miles a year, from the mileage recorded at its MOTs. Check the car you're looking at against that with a free mileage check.

How do I check a Peugeot 3008 before I buy it?

Enter its registration for a free check of its MOT history, mileage, ULEZ status and tax. Before you pay, a Full Check (£9.99) shows outstanding finance, stolen and write-off records.

Source: DVSA anonymised MOT test results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 vehicles aged 3 to 25, normal tests only. How we compare like with like: our methodology.

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