Explore common problems, estimated repair costs and practical checks for the 2013–2019 Peugeot 2008. Use this guide to help assess a used car, then unlock a personalised report for the exact vehicle you're considering.
Low oil pressure warning, engine fault message, rattly startup, rough running or sudden limp mode.
Start it from cold, let it idle, then drive gently and steadily through the rev range.
£1,400
Urea light, engine light, service light, countdown messages, reduced power, or refusal to clear warnings after topping up.
Start the car from cold, let the dash complete its checks, then drive until fully warm.
£900
High bite point, slip under acceleration, shudder pulling away, difficulty selecting gears or a pedal that feels soft or drops unusually low.
Pull away uphill if possible, then accelerate hard in a higher gear from low revs.
£950
It can be, but only if the individual car backs it up. For the 2013–2019 Peugeot 2008, treat model-level patterns as viewing priorities and let condition, history and inspection evidence decide.
The problem cards above list the model-level checks for this guide. Read them as priorities for inspection and paperwork review, not proof that every example will have those faults.
Look for evidence, not just assurances: MOT advisories, service history, repair invoices, warning lights, fluid leaks, tyre and brake condition, and how the car behaves on a proper test drive. And of course, look at your personalised Should I Buy This Car? report, outlining a full list of common issues in detail, a personalised road test, a plain-English explanation and a MotorIQ score.
The guide above gives you the model-level pattern. A personalised MotorIQ report checks the registration-specific record and turns it into an ownership view before you commit.
Or enter the vehicle manually