2017 Peugeot 2008 diesel: common problems and MOT failures

What goes wrong more than usual on a 2017 Peugeot 2008 diesel?

Parts flagged at MOT more often on the 2017 Peugeot 2008 diesel than on all cars registered in 2017.

• Number plate lights8.4× usual
  Peugeot 2008

  16.8% All 2017 cars

  2%

  Failed outright at MOT: 7%, against 0.6% of all 2017 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.

• Exhaust system11.3× usual
  Peugeot 2008

  13.5% All 2017 cars

  1.2%

  Failed outright at MOT: 1.6%, against 0.3% of all 2017 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 discs2.1× usual
  Peugeot 2008

  23.1% All 2017 cars

  10.9%

  Failed outright at MOT: 2%, against 0.7% of all 2017 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.

• Drive shaft (CV) joints10.5× usual
  Peugeot 2008

  11.6% All 2017 cars

  1.1%

  Failed outright at MOT: 9.1%, against 0.6% of all 2017 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.

• Headlights4.3× usual
  Peugeot 2008

  4.7% All 2017 cars

  1.1%

  Failed outright at MOT: 4.2%, against 1% of all 2017 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

  Rough price £40–£400 our estimate

  At the viewing: Check both headlights on dipped and full beam, and look for cloudy or cracked lenses.

Common 2017 Peugeot 2008 diesel MOT failures and advisories

The share of 2017 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
  28% 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
  24% of testsRough price £10–£80

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

• 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.

• Driveshafts and joints
  12% of testsRough price £60–£350

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

• Suspension
  12% 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.

Known faults on the 2017 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 2017 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 number plate lights? (Flagged at MOT 8.4× as often on the 2017 Peugeot 2008 diesel as on other cars the same age.)
3. Any recent work on the exhaust system? (Flagged at MOT 11.3× as often on the 2017 Peugeot 2008 diesel as on other cars the same age.)
4. Any recent work on the brake discs? (Flagged at MOT 2.1× as often on the 2017 Peugeot 2008 diesel as on other cars the same age.)
5. Can I see the service history and receipts for any big jobs?