2016 Peugeot 2008 diesel: common problems and MOT failures

What goes wrong more than usual on a 2016 Peugeot 2008 diesel?

Parts flagged at MOT more often on the 2016 Peugeot 2008 diesel than on all cars registered in 2016.

• Drive shaft (CV) joints10.1× usual
  Peugeot 2008

  15.2% All 2016 cars

  1.5%

  Failed outright at MOT: 12.1%, against 0.9% of all 2016 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

  Rough price £60–£350 our estimate

  At the viewing: Drive slowly on full steering lock in both directions and listen for clicking. Look for split rubber boots behind the front wheels.

• Exhaust system7.7× usual
  Peugeot 2008

  13.1% All 2016 cars

  1.7%

  Failed outright at MOT: 2%, against 0.4% of all 2016 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

  Rough price £100–£500 (pipe or section) ClickMechanic

  At the viewing: Listen for blowing or rattling from underneath at idle, and look for black soot around joints.

• Brake discs2× usual
  Peugeot 2008

  23.1% All 2016 cars

  11.8%

  Failed outright at MOT: 2.2%, against 0.8% of all 2016 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

  Rough price £150–£350 our estimate

  At the viewing: Look through the wheel at the brake disc: a deep lip at the edge or heavy scoring means they're worn. Feel for judder when braking.

• Number plate lights5× usual
  Peugeot 2008

  13.5% All 2016 cars

  2.7%

  Failed outright at MOT: 4.6%, against 0.8% of all 2016 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

  Rough price £5–£40 our estimate

  At the viewing: Check the number plate lights work and the plates are clean and legal.

• Engine oil leaks3.1× usual
  Peugeot 2008

  6.1% All 2016 cars

  2%

  Failed outright at MOT: 0.2%, against 0.1% of all 2016 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

  Rough price £80–£600 our estimate

  At the viewing: Look under the engine and where the car is usually parked for fresh oil. Ask whether the leak has been looked at.

Common 2016 Peugeot 2008 diesel MOT failures and advisories

The share of 2016 Peugeot 2008 diesel MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.

• Tyres
  30% of testsRough price £70–£150

  At the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges, and look for cracks or bulges.

• Brakes
  29% of testsRough price £150–£350

  At the viewing: Look for a lip on the disc edges and feel for judder or pulling when braking firmly from about 40mph.

• Lights and electrics
  23% of testsRough price £10–£80

  At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.

• Suspension
  19% of testsRough price £120–£400

  At the viewing: Listen for knocks over speed bumps, and look behind each front wheel for a snapped coil spring.

• Driveshafts and joints
  16% of testsRough price £60–£350

  At the viewing: On full steering lock, drive slowly and listen for clicking from the front wheels.

• Exhaust and emissions
  14% of testsRough price £100–£1,200

  At the viewing: Look for black soot in the tailpipe, listen for blowing from the exhaust and check for engine or DPF warning lights.

Known faults on the 2016 Peugeot 2008 diesel

Reported by owners, mechanics and buying guides for this model and age. Check which engine the car has, as some apply to one engine only.

• Many recalls (19)

  All engines

  Recalls covered a plastic exhaust part that could damage the diesel particulate filter (2019), oil and fuel leaks (some a fire risk), the starter motor, loose rear shock absorber bolts and subframe corrosion protection.

  At the viewing: Ask a Peugeot dealer to check the VIN for outstanding recalls.

  Source: Auto Express: used Peugeot 2008 (Mk1, 2013-2019) problems and recalls

• Bluetooth problems and uneven tyre wear

  All engines

  Bluetooth can fail to connect, and some owners see uneven tyre wear.

  At the viewing: Connect your phone and look at the tyre tread across each tyre.

  Source: Auto Express: used Peugeot 2008 (Mk1, 2013-2019) problems and recalls

Questions to ask the seller before buying a 2016 Peugeot 2008 diesel

Ask before you travel to see it. A seller who knows the car will have answers, and receipts.

1. Have all the recalls been done? Can a Peugeot dealer confirm from the VIN?
2. Any recent work on the drive shaft (cv) joints? (Flagged at MOT 10.1× as often on the 2016 Peugeot 2008 diesel as on other cars the same age.)
3. Any recent work on the exhaust system? (Flagged at MOT 7.7× as often on the 2016 Peugeot 2008 diesel as on other cars the same age.)
4. Any recent work on the brake discs? (Flagged at MOT 2× as often on the 2016 Peugeot 2008 diesel as on other cars the same age.)
5. Can I see the service history and receipts for any big jobs?