PEUGEOT 108 (2018)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 12,702 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
89%
Total Tests (2024)
12,702
Avg Mileage
30,384 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,550
Is the 2018 PEUGEOT 108 reliable?
Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 7 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the PEUGEOT brand average of 83%.
At 6 years old, 89% of PEUGEOT 108s from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 12,702 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 30,384 miles.
How does the 2018 PEUGEOT 108 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2018 PEUGEOT 108 has 30,384 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-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 2018 sits between the two at 89%.
How much does a 2018 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 2018 PEUGEOT 108
The 2018 PEUGEOT 108 is a city car with a 998cc petrol engine. 12,702 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 30,384 miles at 6 years old, PEUGEOT 108 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2018 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 2018 PEUGEOT 108?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,550 (£129/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 89% 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 2018 PEUGEOT 108
At 6 years old, the PEUGEOT 108 offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 97%. With 12,702 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2018 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 (2016) 81% pass rate (-8%) from 205,128 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2016) 81% pass rate (-8%) from 133,045 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (-3%) from 100,176 tests
- VAUXHALL ASTRA (2016) 85% pass rate (-4%) from 92,988 tests