PEUGEOT 208 ALLURE PREMIUM PTECH S/S A (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,119 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests (2024)
1,119
Avg Mileage
22,929 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2021 PEUGEOT 208 ALLURE PREMIUM PTECH S/S A reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the PEUGEOT brand average of 83%.
At 3 years old, 92% of PEUGEOT 208 ALLURE PREMIUM PTECH S/S As from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,119 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 22,929 miles.
How does the 2021 PEUGEOT 208 ALLURE PREMIUM PTECH S/S A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 PEUGEOT 208 ALLURE PREMIUM PTECH S/S A has 22,929 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
Best year to buy a PEUGEOT 208 ALLURE PREMIUM PTECH S/S A?
The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 99% MOT pass rate, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 89%. The 2021 sits between the two at 92%.
How much does a 2021 PEUGEOT 208 ALLURE PREMIUM PTECH S/S A 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.
PEUGEOT 208 ALLURE PREMIUM PTECH S/S A by Year
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About the 2021 PEUGEOT 208 ALLURE PREMIUM PTECH S/S A
The 2021 PEUGEOT 208 ALLURE PREMIUM PTECH S/S A is a city car with a 1200cc petrol engine. 1,119 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 22,929 miles at 3 years old, PEUGEOT 208 ALLURE PREMIUM PTECH S/S A owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2021 PEUGEOT 208 ALLURE PREMIUM PTECH S/S A 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 £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 PEUGEOT 208 ALLURE PREMIUM PTECH S/S A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
PEUGEOT 208 ALLURE PREMIUM PTECH S/S A Reliability Trend
Newer PEUGEOT 208 ALLURE PREMIUM PTECH S/S As show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 7 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2021 PEUGEOT 208 ALLURE PREMIUM PTECH S/S A
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 99%.
Alternatives to the 2021 PEUGEOT 208 ALLURE PREMIUM PTECH S/S A
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2019) 91% pass rate (-1%) from 124,950 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (same) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2019) 88% pass rate (-4%) from 68,639 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (+1%) from 52,321 tests