PEUGEOT 207 (2008)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 40,789 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
68%
Total Tests (2024)
40,789
Avg Mileage
92,636 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,922
Is the 2008 PEUGEOT 207 reliable?
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 16 years old, 68% of PEUGEOT 207s from 2008 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 40,789 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 92,636 miles.
How does the 2008 PEUGEOT 207 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2008 PEUGEOT 207 has 92,636 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 118,400 miles for a 16-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a PEUGEOT 207?
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%.
How much does a 2008 PEUGEOT 207 cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
PEUGEOT 207 by Year
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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 2024, 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 16 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 £1,922 (£160/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £30 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 16 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.
Alternatives to the 2008 PEUGEOT 207
If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2008) 72% pass rate (+4%) from 109,443 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2009) 74% pass rate (+6%) from 105,193 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2010) 74% pass rate (+6%) from 99,909 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2010) 67% pass rate (-1%) from 60,994 tests