How reliable is the Peugeot 508?
Owner-reported reliability data: inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Peugeot 508 passes first-time inspections somewhat below the European average. The most commonly reported issues are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Average reliability
Based on 9,329 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 71.7%.
Peugeot 508 reliability by year
How the Peugeot 508 performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 71.9% | – |
| 2012 | 71.7% | – |
| 2013 | 71.3% | – |
| 2014 | 75.8% | – |
| 2015 | 78.2% | – |
| 2016 | 79.3% | – |
| 2017 | 82.9% | 101,695 km |
| 2018 | 92.1% | 75,829 km |
| 2019 | 86.2% | 76,121 km |
| 2020 | 84.6% | 74,002 km |
| 2021 | 86.5% | – |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Peugeot 508 as a model. The reliability of any individual Peugeot 508 also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Peugeot 508 reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Peugeot 508 passes first-time inspections somewhat below the European average. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 72%. Reliability varies by year and engine: see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Peugeot 508?
The most common owner-reported issues are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (2.2% of inspections); A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (2.1% of inspections); The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (1.7% of inspections); A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (1.7% of inspections); a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (1.4% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Peugeot 508?
For a typical Peugeot 508, owner-reported average mileage works out to about – at 3 years, – at 5 years, and 198,106 km at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution, high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Peugeot 508 before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car, model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.