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2007 Peugeot 308: common problems and what to check

What gets flagged at MOT on 2007 Peugeot 308s, from 588 tests in 2025, plus known faults and what to look at before you buy one.

588MOT tests in 2025

46%pass first time (all 2007 cars: 57%)

5,900typical miles a year

2.1×the usual rate for engine oil leaks

What stands out

Parts flagged at MOT more often on 2007 Peugeot 308s than on all cars registered in 2007.

Engine oil leaks2.1× usual

Peugeot 308
28.9% All 2007 cars
13.5%

Failed outright at MOT: 0.7%, against 0.3% of all 2007 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

Rough price £80–£600 our estimate

At the viewing: Look under the engine and where the car is usually parked for fresh oil. Ask whether the leak has been looked at.
Brake discs1.7× usual

Peugeot 308
25.7% All 2007 cars
14.7%

Failed outright at MOT: 2.4%, against 1.1% of all 2007 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

Rough price £150–£350 our estimate

At the viewing: Look through the wheel at the brake disc: a deep lip at the edge or heavy scoring means they're worn. Feel for judder when braking.
Coil springs1.8× usual

Peugeot 308
21.3% All 2007 cars
11.7%

Failed outright at MOT: 9.2%, against 3.6% of all 2007 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

Rough price £175–£400 (pair, one axle) ClickMechanic

At the viewing: Look behind each wheel for a snapped spring coil, and listen for a clunk or twang when turning the wheel lock to lock with the car stopped.
Ball joint2.2× usual

Peugeot 308
13.8% All 2007 cars
6.3%

Failed outright at MOT: 6.6%, against 3% of all 2007 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

Rough price £60–£150 (one joint) ClickMechanic

At the viewing: Listen for knocking over bumps and check the rubber boots behind the wheels aren't split.
Braking performance2.2× usual

Peugeot 308
13.8% All 2007 cars
6.3%

Failed outright at MOT: 5.1%, against 2.5% of all 2007 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

Rough price £100–£350 our estimate

At the viewing: On a quiet road, brake firmly from about 30mph. The car should stop straight without pulling.

By area

The share of 2007 Peugeot 308 MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.

Suspension

54% of testsRough price £120–£400

At the viewing: Listen for knocks over speed bumps, and look behind each front wheel for a snapped coil spring.
Brakes

44% of testsRough price £150–£350

At the viewing: Look for a lip on the disc edges and feel for judder or pulling when braking firmly from about 40mph.
Lights and electrics

43% of testsRough price £10–£80

At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.
Tyres

40% of testsRough price £70–£150

At the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges, and look for cracks or bulges.
Oil and fluid leaks

30% of testsRough price £80–£600

At the viewing: Look under the engine and on the ground where the car is usually parked for fresh oil or fluid.
Driveshafts and joints

14% of testsRough price £60–£350

At the viewing: On full steering lock, drive slowly and listen for clicking from the front wheels.

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Other years

Year	MOT tests	Most flagged
2022	3,180	Tyres 29%
2021	1,571	Tyres 23%
2020	3,773	Tyres 28%
2019	7,138	Tyres 31%
2018	8,421	Tyres 31%
2017	9,083	Tyres 33%
2016	14,317	Tyres 33%
2015	13,636	Tyres 35%
2014	11,636	Tyres 37%
2013	9,743	Tyres 38%
2012	9,174	Suspension 39%
2011	8,384	Suspension 42%
2010	10,204	Suspension 41%
2009	8,785	Suspension 45%
2008	5,807	Suspension 47%

Where this comes from: the DVSA's anonymised results for every MOT test in Great Britain in 2025, counting tests of 2007 Peugeot 308s registered in 2007. "Flagged" includes advisories, so it isn't the same as a fail rate. How we score