Peugeot 208 used buying guide
A stylish, comfortable supermini undermined by the PureTech wet-belt issue. Buy only with documented belt work — or a later, revised car.
Medium riskTypical from ~£4,500
Common issues to watch
- •1.2 PureTech petrols use a wet cambelt that degrades and sheds material into the oil — a blocked oil pickup destroys the engine. Insist on documented replacement.
- •1.5/1.6 BlueHDi diesels need AdBlue, a healthy DPF and clean EGR; short-trip use causes trouble.
- •Touchscreen infotainment, sensors and electrics misbehave, and rear axle bushes wear.
What to check before you buy
- Ask for evidence the wet cambelt was replaced on time with the correct oil spec.
- Check AdBlue and DPF health on diesels (warning lights and regen history).
- Test the touchscreen and every sensor, camera and electric function.
Our verdict
A stylish, comfortable supermini undermined by the PureTech wet-belt issue. Buy only with documented belt work — or a later, revised car.
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