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Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI reliable? We analysed 1,091 real MOT tests across 173 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,091 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.6%
Typical Mileage
80,138mi
Annual Mileage
6,883mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI.

Specifications

Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1398cc
Engine
68bhp
Power
13.5sec
0–62 mph
74.3mpg
Combined
98g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1398cc
Power
68 BHP
0–62 mph
13.5 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Red
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
74.3 mpg
Urban
62.8 mpg
Extra-urban
83.1 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1146

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
98 g/km Band A
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (6 mo.)
£N/A
Insurance group
11 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,933 mi/yr
Typical
6,883 mi/yr
Average
7,602 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,342 mi/yr

Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
80,138 mi
75th Percentile
106,290 mi
95th Percentile
146,054 mi
Max Recorded
289,676 mi

How Does the Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI THIS CAR 88.6% 1,091 80,138 mi — yrs
Peugeot 206 67.7% 9,831,622 65,066 mi 28 yrs
Peugeot 307 67.5% 5,095,133 73,548 mi 25 yrs
Peugeot 207 70.9% 4,554,199 59,259 mi 20 yrs
Citroen C4 Cactus Flair Bluehdi 86.9% 1,338 63,988 mi — yrs

Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI?

The Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.6% across 1,091 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI owner drives around 6,883 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI reliable?
Based on 1,091 MOT tests, the Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI has a 88.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI do per year?
The typical Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI does around 6,883 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Peugeot 208 Access Plus HDI?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.