Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/S (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 3,355 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,630

£136/month

MOT Pass Rate

93%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 5-15

1200cc Petrol

Great Choice

93% pass rate, £1,630/year to run. 11 points above average.

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Petrol1200cc5 years old3,355 tests27k 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

93% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Peugeot brand average of 83%.

93% of MOT tests on Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/Ss from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 3,355 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 26,693 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models1440th of 3,336(top half)

Rank among Peugeot models118th of 709(top 17%)

vs average of all models+11%(82% avg)

vs 2021 models average+1%(92% avg)

vs Peugeot average+10%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

26,693

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/S had 26,693 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, 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.

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Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/S by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2022	94%	357	25,853 mi
2021	93%	3,355	26,693 mi
2020	91%	46	26,675 mi

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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. Our records list a 1200cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 3,355 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all models from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 26,693 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, 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 £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 2021 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/S?

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 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 5 years old, the Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/S offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

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

Medium 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 2021 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/S 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 GT Puretech S/S(2021)	93%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,630
Ford Fiesta(2019)	91%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630same
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£223
Vauxhall Corsa(2019)	88%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£373
Nissan Qashqai(2020)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£223

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 2021 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/S

Is the 2021 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/S reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 93% of MOT tests on 2021 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/Ss ended in a pass, from 3,355 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2021 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/S 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 2021 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/S?

93% of 3,355 MOT tests on the 2021 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/S ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 1440th of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (top half).

What is the average mileage for a 2021 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/S?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Peugeot 208 GT Puretech S/S is 26,693 miles, 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.