Peugeot 508
Registered from 2011 to 2024.
About this model
The Peugeot 508 is a mid-size/large family car produced by the French automaker Peugeot since 2010, and followed by the 508 SW, an estate version, in 2011. Since 2012, the 508 has been the flagship model by Peugeot, slotted above the 208 and 308 in size.
From the Wikipedia article Peugeot 508, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
What fails its inspection
Great Britain's MOT record for the 2012 2.0 diesel. 620 of 2,686 tests failed, 23%.
Better than 35% of 2012 cars. The typical one fails 21%, across 925 models with enough tests behind them to say.
| Where | Share of failures | Failed tests |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 47% | 293 |
| Tyres and wheels | 30% | 188 |
| Lights and electrics | 30% | 183 |
| Brakes | 29% | 179 |
| Visibility | 16% | 99 |
| Exhaust and emissions | 13% | 81 |
The defects inspectors cite
- A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened
- A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements
- A brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm
- Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen
Before you buy one
Built from what this car fails on, not from general knowledge of the model.
- Suspension — 47% of its failures
- A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened
- A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- Tyres and wheels — 30% of its failures
- Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- A tyre cords visible or damaged
- Brakes — 29% of its failures
- A brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm
- Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement
- Exhaust and emissions — 13% of its failures
- Lights and electrics — 30% of its failures
- Visibility — 16% of its failures
- Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen
When it starts failing
At 200k+ miles this one fails 30% of its inspections, against the 24% an ordinary car of the same age fails.
| Odometer | Failure rate | Rate | Its age | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40–60k miles | 13% | 17% | 113 | |
| 60–80k miles | 17% | 21% | 283 | |
| 80–100k miles | 24% | 23% | 485 | |
| 100–120k miles | 23% | 25% | 603 | |
| 120–140k miles | 24% | 25% | 419 | |
| 140–160k miles | 22% | 26% | 327 | |
| 160–180k miles | 27% | 26% | 211 | |
| 180–200k miles | 32% | 25% | 106 | |
| 200k+ miles | 30% | 24% | 113 |
2,660 British inspections, grouped by the odometer reading recorded at the test.
Half of these have more than 100k miles on them. That is how far people drive this car, not how long it lasts.
Specification
| Year | Measured |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 1.6 hybrid · 182 hp · 1835 kg · 2800 mm wheelbase · 1.5 L/100km (WLTP) · 153 Wh/km |
| 2020 | 1.5 diesel · 1505 kg · 2800 mm wheelbase · 5.0 L/100km (WLTP) |
| 2019 | 1.5 diesel · 1505 kg · 2800 mm wheelbase · 5.1 L/100km (WLTP) |
| 2018 | 2.0 diesel · 1695 kg · 2817 mm wheelbase · 4.3 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2017 | 2.0 diesel · 170 hp · 1652 kg · 2789 mm wheelbase · 4.2 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2016 | 2.0 diesel · 160 hp · 1657 kg · 2817 mm wheelbase · 4.2 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2015 | 2.0 diesel · 161 hp · 1661 kg · 2816 mm wheelbase · 4.4 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2014 | 2.0 diesel · 154 hp · 1638 kg · 2814 mm wheelbase · 4.7 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2013 | 2.0 diesel · 153 hp · 1680 kg · 2817 mm wheelbase · 4.8 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2012 | 2.0 diesel · 152 hp · 1654 kg · 2816 mm wheelbase · 4.9 L/100km (NEDC) |
| 2011 | 2.0 diesel · 149 hp · 1611 kg · 2733 mm wheelbase · 5.1 L/100km (NEDC) |
Recalls
Filed by the manufacturer with a regulator. A recall is repaired free of charge, whoever owns the car now.
A12/00311/23
A software error may cause the engine to stall when operating at altitude, in cold temperatures. This can lead to a loss of braking assistance, increasing the risk of an accident.. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/00592/23
Incorrect torque on various mechanical and electrical connections may lead to loss of control of the vehicle or propulsion failure, increasing the risk of an accident or fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/00877/22
The electrical supply to the water heater unit can shut off too soon when the vehicle is stopped. Fuel can therefore remain in the heater, producing smoke and fuel leakage. Moreover, the information about atmospheric pressure sent by the BSI to the water heating unit is incorrect, so the unit is unable to operate. The unburnt fuel may remain inside the unit may produce smoke when next activated and fuel may potentially leak, increasing the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/01184/21
The teeth of the timing belt may wear off prematurely due to excessive dynamic tension in dusty conditions. As a result, the engine may stall at high engine speeds and not being able to restart, increasing the risk of an accident. The product does not meet the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/01336/23
The traction battery can overheat due to faulty monitoring software and catch fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/01343/22
The high voltage battery has a cell voltage mismatch. This could cause fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/01350/22
The high voltage battery has a cell voltage mismatch. This could cause a fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/01619/23
The traction battery may overheat and cause a fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
11 more campaigns have been filed against this model. A dealer can check by VIN which apply to one car.