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PEUGEOT 508 (2013)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 5,473 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

77%

Total Tests (2024)

5,473

Avg Mileage

114,840 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,017

Is the 2013 PEUGEOT 508 reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the national average of 82%. It falls below the PEUGEOT brand average of 83%.

At 11 years old, 77% of PEUGEOT 508s from 2013 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 5,473 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 114,840 miles.

How does the 2013 PEUGEOT 508 compare?

Rank among all 2013 cars477th out of 626(top 76%)
Rank among all PEUGEOT models488th out of 726(top 67%)
vs national average-5% (82% avg)
vs 2013 cars average-3% (80% avg)
vs PEUGEOT average-6% (83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2013 PEUGEOT 508 has 114,840 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 81,400 miles for a 11-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 508?

The most reliable year is the 2018 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2013 model has the lowest at 77%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.

How much does a 2013 PEUGEOT 508 cost to run?

Fuel (Petrol, 1997cc)
£1,327
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£500
Total per year£2,017
Per month£168/mo

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

PEUGEOT 508 by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202188%1,94835,816 mi
202087%2,66247,497 mi
201989%4,92847,447 mi
201895%1,02644,103 mi
201785%76576,001 mi
201681%1,67684,224 mi
201581%1,97496,741 mi
201480%2,630104,798 mi
201377%5,473114,840 mi
201278%6,805124,465 mi
201178%4,763126,235 mi

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About the 2013 PEUGEOT 508

The 2013 PEUGEOT 508 is a family car with a 1997cc petrol engine. 5,473 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 76% of 2013 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 114,840 miles at 11 years old, PEUGEOT 508 owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2013 PEUGEOT 508 Fuel Costs

The 1997cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2013 PEUGEOT 508?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,017 168/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 77% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

PEUGEOT 508 Reliability Trend

Newer PEUGEOT 508s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 9 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2013 PEUGEOT 508

At 11 years old, the PEUGEOT 508 is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. With 5,473 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.