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PEUGEOT 5008 (2018)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 8,813 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,737

£145/month

MOT Pass Rate

85%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 12-25

1598cc Petrol

Solid Option

85% pass rate, £1737/year to run. Close to the national average.

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Petrol1598cc8 years old8,813 tests55k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1598cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,737
Per month£145/mo
Per week£33/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

85% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 8 years old, 85% of PEUGEOT 5008s from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 8,813 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 55,269 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2018 cars531th of 649(top 82%)
Rank among PEUGEOT models365th of 726(top 50%)
vs national average+3%(82% avg)
vs 2018 cars average-4%(89% avg)
vs PEUGEOT average+2%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

55,269

Average miles

vs

59,200

Expected for age

The average 2018 PEUGEOT 5008 has 55,269 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2010 model has the lowest at 69%. The 2018 sits between the two at 85%.

PEUGEOT 5008 by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202294%16228,720 mi
202189%1,68734,235 mi
202088%5,91436,460 mi
201987%9,03145,911 mi
201885%8,81355,269 mi
201778%1,29263,577 mi
201677%3,18579,225 mi
201576%3,12583,683 mi
201472%3,31295,060 mi
201371%4,422101,498 mi
201270%4,097105,278 mi
201171%3,395117,332 mi
201069%4,051116,656 mi
200966%44114,334 mi

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About the 2018 PEUGEOT 5008

The 2018 PEUGEOT 5008 is a small family car with a 1598cc petrol engine. 8,813 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 82% of 2018 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 55,269 miles at 8 years old, PEUGEOT 5008 owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2018 PEUGEOT 5008 Fuel Costs

The 1598cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2018 PEUGEOT 5008?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,737 145/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 85% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

PEUGEOT 5008 Reliability Trend

Newer PEUGEOT 5008s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 14 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2018 PEUGEOT 5008

At 8 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 94%. With 8,813 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2018 PEUGEOT 5008's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

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 2018 PEUGEOT 5008 stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
PEUGEOT 5008(2018)85%£1137£195Grp 12-25£1737
VAUXHALL CORSA(2016)81%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1572-£165
FORD FOCUS(2016)87%£1137£135Grp 12-25£1677-£60
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)86%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550-£187
VOLKSWAGEN POLO(2016)84%£955£30Grp 5-15£1390-£347

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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