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PEUGEOT 207 (2008)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 40,789 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£2,087

£174/month

MOT Pass Rate

68%

Below Avg

Road Tax

£195

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1360cc Petrol

Proceed With Caution

68% pass rate, £2087/year to run. 14 points below average.

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Petrol1360cc18 years old40,789 tests93k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1360cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Based on 1360cc

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Higher estimate due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£2,087
Per month£174/mo
Per week£40/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

68% MOT pass rate(Below Avg)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 14 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the PEUGEOT brand average of 83%.

At 18 years old, 68% of PEUGEOT 207s from 2008 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 40,789 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 92,636 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2008 cars495th of 589(top 84%)
Rank among PEUGEOT models662th of 726(top 91%)
vs national average-14%(82% avg)
vs 2008 cars average-5%(73% avg)
vs PEUGEOT average-15%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

92,636

Average miles

vs

133,200

Expected for age

The average 2008 PEUGEOT 207 has 92,636 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 133,200 miles for a 18-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2014 model with a 79% MOT pass rate, while the 2006 model has the lowest at 68%. The 2008 sits between the two at 68%.

PEUGEOT 207 by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201479%1,95053,286 mi
201375%4,99575,221 mi
201273%25,95080,695 mi
201172%41,24783,804 mi
201070%50,37588,536 mi
200969%49,97888,708 mi
200868%40,78992,636 mi
200769%37,86292,321 mi
200668%11,59595,329 mi

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About the 2008 PEUGEOT 207

The 2008 PEUGEOT 207 is a small family car with a 1360cc petrol engine. 40,789 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 84% of 2008 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 92,636 miles at 18 years old, PEUGEOT 207 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2008 PEUGEOT 207 Fuel Costs

The 1360cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2008 PEUGEOT 207?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,087 174/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 68% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

PEUGEOT 207 Reliability Trend

Newer PEUGEOT 207s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 5 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2008 PEUGEOT 207

At 18 years old, the PEUGEOT 207 is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2014 model has the highest pass rate at 79%. With 40,789 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2008 PEUGEOT 207's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Clutch Wear

Medium risk

With an average of 93k miles, clutch replacement may be due (typical lifespan 60,000-100,000 miles). Budget £400-£800 for a new clutch kit.

Brake Discs and Pads

Medium risk

High-mileage cars often need brake disc replacement, not just pads. A full set of discs and pads costs £200-£500 per axle.

Higher Than Average Failure Rate

Watch out

With a 68% MOT pass rate, this model fails more often than most. Budget for unexpected repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2008 PEUGEOT 207 stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
PEUGEOT 207(2008)68%£1137£195Grp 8-20£2087
FORD FIESTA(2008)72%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722-£365
FORD FOCUS(2009)74%£1137£135Grp 12-25£1827-£260
VAUXHALL CORSA(2010)74%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722-£365
NISSAN QASHQAI(2010)67%£1137£135Grp 12-25£2027-£60

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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