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Peugeot 308 MOT reliability

Reliability from 8 Peugeot 308 cars with real DVSA MOT history — how often they pass first time, the most common failure reasons.

Reviewed by the Motoring Today Editorial team · methodology in our editorial standards.

How reliable is the Peugeot 308 at MOT?

Across 2 Peugeot 308 cars on Motoring Today, the average first-time MOT pass rate is 0%. 50% of stock currently holds a valid MOT, with a median of 8 months left on the certificate. The most common reasons these cars fail an MOT are brakes, suspension and lighting & electrical, from real DVSA test history.

Avg pass rate
0%
Valid MOT
1 / 2
Median MOT left
8 mo
Top failure
Brakes
0First-time MOT pass
Average pass rate
Stock with valid MOT
1 / 2
50% road-ready
Median MOT left
8 mo
Expiring < 2 mo
0
Plan for an MOT soon after purchase

Most common MOT failures on the Peugeot 308

Grouped reasons for MOT rejection across 8 Peugeot 308 cars with DVSA test history in our stock (5 recorded failure items, 1 of them dangerous).

Failure areaRecorded failuresShare of failures
Brakes120%
Suspension120%
Lighting & electrical120%
Visibility (windscreen & wipers)120%
Steering120%

Based on real DVSA MOT test records for cars currently listed. Individual condition varies — always check the specific car's MOT history and advisories on its listing.

MOT pass rate is the percentage of Peugeot 308 cars in our stock that passed their most recent MOT on the first attempt, based on DVSA history. A pass rate above 80% is generally strong for a car of this age.

If a car you're viewing is approaching its MOT expiry, factor in the cost of any advisories — these are listed on each vehicle detail page.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common MOT failures on the Peugeot 308?
Across 8 Peugeot 308 cars on Motoring Today with DVSA MOT history, the most common reasons for MOT failure are brakes, suspension and lighting & electrical (brakes account for 20% of recorded failures).