PEUGEOT 2008 ACTIVE BLUEHDI S/S (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 120 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
93%
Total Tests (2024)
120
Avg Mileage
37,872 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,350
Is the 2020 PEUGEOT 2008 ACTIVE BLUEHDI S/S reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the PEUGEOT brand average of 83%.
At 4 years old, 93% of PEUGEOT 2008 ACTIVE BLUEHDI S/Ss from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 120 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 37,872 miles.
How does the 2020 PEUGEOT 2008 ACTIVE BLUEHDI S/S compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 PEUGEOT 2008 ACTIVE BLUEHDI S/S has 37,872 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2020 PEUGEOT 2008 ACTIVE BLUEHDI S/S 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.
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About the 2020 PEUGEOT 2008 ACTIVE BLUEHDI S/S
The 2020 PEUGEOT 2008 ACTIVE BLUEHDI S/S is a small family car with a 1498cc diesel engine. 120 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 37,872 miles at 4 years old, PEUGEOT 2008 ACTIVE BLUEHDI S/S owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2020 PEUGEOT 2008 ACTIVE BLUEHDI S/S Fuel Costs
The 1498cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 55 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £905 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2020 PEUGEOT 2008 ACTIVE BLUEHDI S/S?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,350 (£113/month), broken down as £905 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2020 PEUGEOT 2008 ACTIVE BLUEHDI S/S
At 4 years old, the PEUGEOT 2008 ACTIVE BLUEHDI S/S offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.
Alternatives to the 2020 PEUGEOT 2008 ACTIVE BLUEHDI S/S
The PEUGEOT 2008 ACTIVE BLUEHDI S/S is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel small family cars from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2018) 92% pass rate (-1%) from 111,972 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2019) 89% pass rate (-4%) from 93,803 tests
- MERCEDES A (2019) 91% pass rate (-2%) from 89,588 tests
- MERCEDES A-CLASS (2018) 89% pass rate (-4%) from 81,134 tests