PEUGEOT 208 GT LINE PURETECH S/S (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 67 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
97%
Total Tests (2024)
67
Avg Mileage
26,315 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2021 PEUGEOT 208 GT LINE PURETECH S/S reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 15 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the PEUGEOT brand average of 83%.
At 3 years old, 97% of PEUGEOT 208 GT LINE PURETECH S/Ss from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 67 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 26,315 miles.
How does the 2021 PEUGEOT 208 GT LINE PURETECH S/S compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 PEUGEOT 208 GT LINE PURETECH S/S has 26,315 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2021 PEUGEOT 208 GT LINE PURETECH S/S 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 GT LINE PURETECH S/S by Year
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About the 2021 PEUGEOT 208 GT LINE PURETECH S/S
The 2021 PEUGEOT 208 GT LINE PURETECH S/S is a city car with a 1200cc petrol engine. 67 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 12% of all 2021 cars for reliability.
With an average of 26,315 miles at 3 years old, PEUGEOT 208 GT LINE PURETECH S/S owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2021 PEUGEOT 208 GT LINE PURETECH S/S 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 GT LINE PURETECH S/S?
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 97% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 PEUGEOT 208 GT LINE PURETECH S/S
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. Note: with only 67 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2021 PEUGEOT 208 GT LINE PURETECH S/S
The PEUGEOT 208 GT LINE PURETECH S/S is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
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- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-5%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2019) 88% pass rate (-9%) from 68,639 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (-4%) from 52,321 tests