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Peugeot 208 Signature S/s Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Peugeot 208 Signature S/s reliable? We analysed 350 real MOT tests across 130 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 350 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
96.9%
Typical Mileage
30,144mi
Annual Mileage
5,792mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

Specifications

Peugeot 208 Signature S/s — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Peugeot 208 Signature S/s — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1199cc
Engine
82bhp
Power
13.5sec
0–62 mph
58.9mpg
Combined
110g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1199cc
Power
82 BHP
0–62 mph
13.5 sec
Fuel type
Petrol

Body & Dimensions

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

Fuel Economy

Combined
58.9 mpg
Urban
48.7 mpg
Extra-urban
67.3 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1399

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
110 g/km Band B
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Insurance group
10 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Peugeot 208 Signature S/s record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Peugeot 208 Signature S/s Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Peugeot 208 Signature S/s. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

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Peugeot 208 Signature S/s Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
3,380 mi/yr
Typical
5,792 mi/yr
Average
6,423 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,393 mi/yr

Peugeot 208 Signature S/s Mileage Distribution

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

Median
30,144 mi
75th Percentile
40,532 mi
95th Percentile
56,718 mi
Max Recorded
94,326 mi

How Does the Peugeot 208 Signature S/s Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Peugeot 208 Signature S/s THIS CAR 96.9% 350 30,144 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
Seat Leon Reference 78.1% 604 104,453 mi — yrs

Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot 208 Signature S/s outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Peugeot 208 Signature S/s?

The Peugeot 208 Signature S/s has an overall MOT pass rate of 96.9% across 350 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Peugeot 208 Signature S/s owner drives around 5,792 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 Signature S/s — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Peugeot 208 Signature S/s reliable?
Based on 350 MOT tests, the Peugeot 208 Signature S/s has a 96.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Peugeot 208 Signature S/s?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Peugeot 208 Signature S/s do per year?
The typical Peugeot 208 Signature S/s does around 5,792 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Peugeot 208 Signature S/s last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Peugeot 208 Signature S/s?
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.