PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 3,355 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
93%
Total Tests (2024)
3,355
Avg Mileage
26,693 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2021 PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the PEUGEOT brand average of 83%.
At 3 years old, 93% of PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/Ss from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 3,355 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 26,693 miles.
How does the 2021 PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S has 26,693 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
Best year to buy a PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S?
The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 93%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.
How much does a 2021 PEUGEOT 208 GT 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 PURETECH S/S by Year
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About the 2021 PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S
The 2021 PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S is a city car with a 1200cc petrol engine. 3,355 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 beats that benchmark.
With an average of 26,693 miles at 3 years old, PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2021 PEUGEOT 208 GT 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 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 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 PEUGEOT 208 GT 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.
Alternatives to the 2021 PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S
The PEUGEOT 208 GT 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:
- FORD FIESTA (2019) 91% pass rate (-2%) from 124,950 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-1%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2019) 88% pass rate (-5%) from 68,639 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (same) from 52,321 tests