EngineMedium
1.0 litre timing chain tensioner rattle on cold start
Timing chain, tensioner & guides£900–£2,400
Inspect · Listen closely on a cold start for a rattling noise
2014–2022 Peugeot 108 · common fault repair costs
What the known faults on this Peugeot 108 typically cost to put right at a UK independent garage · use the figures to price risk before you bid, and to justify a reduction when something shows up on inspection.
Cost at a glance
- Most expensive fault
- £900–£2,400
- Top three risks, from
- £1,720
- Worst case, everything
- £9,850
The single priciest documented job on the 2014–2022 Peugeot 108 is timing chain, tensioner & guides at £900–£2,400. Few cars need every repair listed here · treat £2,580–£9,850 as the full exposure if one arrived with all of them.
Cost per fault
TransmissionMedium
High clutch biting point or slipping under load
Clutch & dual-mass flywheel£700–£1,600
Inspect · Engage third gear with the handbrake firmly applied and slowly release the clutch. The engine should stall immediately; if it revs without stalling, the clutch is slipping.
ElectricalLow
Touchscreen unit freezing or losing connectivity
Infotainment repair or software fix£120–£1,200
Inspect · Cycle through the infotainment menus and Bluetooth pairing
SuspensionLow
Front anti-roll bar link knock over bumps
Suspension refresh (per axle)£250–£1,100
Inspect · Drive over speed bumps and listen for a knocking noise
ExhaustLow
Blowing noise and heavy corrosion on the rear silencer
Exhaust / emissions component£200–£950
Inspect · Kneel at the rear bumper to visually check the backbox for flaking rust. Start the engine and listen for a distinct chuffing or blowing sound from the rear.
BodyworkLow
Front bumper scrapes and parking sensor damage
Electrical diagnosis & module repair£120–£900
Inspect · Check bumpers and test any fitted parking sensors
InteriorMedium
Aircon compressor failing to cool effectively
Air-con regas or compressor£90–£900
Inspect · Run the air con and check for cold air within a minute
BodyworkMedium
Water pooling in the spare wheel well
Brakes (discs, pads, caliper)£200–£800
Inspect · Lift the boot floor carpet and inspect the metal wheel well for standing water, rust stains, or dampness caused by failing rear light cluster or high-level brake light seals.
Ranges are indicative parts-and-labour costs at a UK independent garage, inclusive of VAT. Franchised dealers typically sit 40–80% higher, and prestige or electrified variants sit at the top of each band. Always get a written quote before committing.
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