PEUGEOT 108 (2016)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 26,264 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
87%
Total Tests (2024)
26,264
Avg Mileage
44,925 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,390
Is the 2016 PEUGEOT 108 reliable?
Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the PEUGEOT brand average of 83%.
At 8 years old, 87% of PEUGEOT 108s from 2016 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 26,264 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 44,925 miles.
How does the 2016 PEUGEOT 108 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2016 PEUGEOT 108 has 44,925 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a PEUGEOT 108?
The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 97% MOT pass rate, while the 2014 model has the lowest at 83%. The 2016 sits between the two at 87%.
How much does a 2016 PEUGEOT 108 cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
PEUGEOT 108 by Year
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About the 2016 PEUGEOT 108
The 2016 PEUGEOT 108 is a city car with a 998cc petrol engine. 26,264 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2016, the average MOT pass rate is 85%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 44,925 miles at 8 years old, PEUGEOT 108 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2016 PEUGEOT 108 Fuel Costs
The modest 998cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2016 PEUGEOT 108?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,390 (£116/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 87% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
PEUGEOT 108 Reliability Trend
Newer PEUGEOT 108s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 7 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2016 PEUGEOT 108
At 8 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 97%. With 26,264 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2016 PEUGEOT 108
The PEUGEOT 108 is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2015) 81% pass rate (-6%) from 225,575 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2015) 78% pass rate (-9%) from 160,438 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (-1%) from 100,176 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2015) 82% pass rate (-5%) from 94,129 tests