Explore common problems, estimated repair costs and practical checks for the 2014–2021 Peugeot 308. Use this guide to help assess a used car, then unlock a personalised report for the exact vehicle you're considering.
Oil-pressure warning, engine fault message, rattly startup, rough running, or a history of belt inspection/replacement earlier than expected.
Start it from fully cold, let it idle, then drive gently until warm.
£1,400
UREA, engine or emissions warnings, a restart countdown, or repeated warnings soon after topping up AdBlue.
Start the car from cold and let it idle while watching the dash for a minute.
£1,200
Flat battery, several warning lights at once, locking or infotainment glitches, or faults that appear after heavy rain.
Start the car, use the main electrical features, then restart it after the drive.
£500
It can be, but only if the individual car backs it up. For the 2014–2021 Peugeot 308, 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