Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS (2022)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 148 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,630

£136/month

MOT Pass Rate

99%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 5-15

1200cc Petrol

Great Choice

99% pass rate, £1,630/year to run. 17 points above average.

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Petrol1200cc4 years old148 tests18k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1200cc)

~50 mpg

£1,175

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,630

Per month£136/mo

Per week£31/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

99% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 17 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Peugeot brand average of 83%.

99% of MOT tests on Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SSs from 2022 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 2 years old. That's based on 148 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 17,852 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2022 models139th of 1,057(top 14%)

Rank among Peugeot models13th of 709(top 2%)

vs average of all models+17%(82% avg)

vs 2022 models average+5%(94% avg)

vs Peugeot average+16%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

17,852

Average miles

14,800

Expected for age

The average 2022 Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS had 17,852 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 90%, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 89%. The 2022 scores 99%, but cars from 2022 weren't due their first routine MOT until 2025, so its figure isn't compared here. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2022	99%	148	17,852 mi
2021	90%	938	20,301 mi
2020	89%	248	27,225 mi

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About the 2022 Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS

The 2022 Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS is a city car. Our records list a 1200cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 148 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 14% of all 2022 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 17,852 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2022 Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS Fuel Costs

The modest 1200cc 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 £1,175 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2022 Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,630 (£136/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 99% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2022 Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS

At 4 years old, the Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS 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 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 90%.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Coil Pack Failure

Low risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

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 2022 Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS(2022)	99%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,630
Nissan Qashqai(2020)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£223
MINI Cooper(2020)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£223
Ford Fiesta(2020)	91%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630same
Audi Q2(2020)	94%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630same

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2022 Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS

Is the 2022 Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 99% of MOT tests on 2022 Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SSs ended in a pass, from 148 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 17 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2022 Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,630 a year (£136 a month): £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2022 Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS?

99% of 148 MOT tests on the 2022 Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 139th of 1,057 models first registered in 2022 (top 14%).

Which year Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS has the highest MOT pass rate at 90% and the 2020 the lowest at 89%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2022 Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2022 Peugeot 208 Active Premium Puretech SS is 17,852 miles, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.