PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S AUTO (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 50 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests (2024)
50
Avg Mileage
22,830 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2020 PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S AUTO reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the PEUGEOT brand average of 83%.
At 4 years old, 94% of PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S AUTOs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 50 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 22,830 miles.
How does the 2020 PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S AUTO has 22,830 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S AUTO?
The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 93%. The 2020 sits between the two at 94%.
How much does a 2020 PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S AUTO 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 AUTO by Year
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About the 2020 PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S AUTO
The 2020 PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S AUTO is a city car with a 1200cc petrol engine. 50 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 22,830 miles at 4 years old, PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S AUTO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2020 PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S AUTO 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 2020 PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S AUTO?
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 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S AUTO Reliability Trend
The PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S AUTO has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2020 PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S AUTO
At 4 years old, the PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S AUTO 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 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 96%. Note: with only 50 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2020 PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S AUTO
The PEUGEOT 208 GT PURETECH S/S AUTO is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2018) 90% pass rate (-4%) from 157,746 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-2%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2018) 85% pass rate (-9%) from 86,266 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2018) 87% pass rate (-7%) from 78,522 tests