PEUGEOT 208 ACTIVE EV (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 75 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
85%
Total Tests (2024)
75
Avg Mileage
25,852 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,095
Is the 2020 PEUGEOT 208 ACTIVE EV reliable?
Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.
At 4 years old, 85% of PEUGEOT 208 ACTIVE EVs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 75 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 25,852 miles.
How does the 2020 PEUGEOT 208 ACTIVE EV compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 PEUGEOT 208 ACTIVE EV has 25,852 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2020 PEUGEOT 208 ACTIVE EV 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 208 ACTIVE EV
The 2020 PEUGEOT 208 ACTIVE EV is a electric with a 0cc electric engine. 75 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 92% of 2020 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 25,852 miles at 4 years old, PEUGEOT 208 ACTIVE EV owners drive about as much as the UK average.
What does it cost to own a 2020 PEUGEOT 208 ACTIVE EV?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,095 (£91/month), broken down as £500 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 85% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
Buying a Used 2020 PEUGEOT 208 ACTIVE EV
At 4 years old, the PEUGEOT 208 ACTIVE EV offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 75 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2020 PEUGEOT 208 ACTIVE EV
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable electric cars with similar engines:
- TESLA MODEL 3 LONG RANGE AWD (2021) 88% pass rate (+3%) from 39,444 tests
- JAGUAR I-PACE (2020) 96% pass rate (+11%) from 18,488 tests
- TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE + (2021) 88% pass rate (+3%) from 15,258 tests
- TESLA MODEL 3 PERFORMANCE AWD (2020) 87% pass rate (+2%) from 12,320 tests