Buying a Used Peugeot 508? Get It Inspected On Site
Thinking of buying a used Peugeot 508? We come to the car, anywhere in Budapest, and check it from end to end before you hand over a single forint.

Across the range, the Peugeot 508 covers the 14 engine and drivetrain versions we list; alongside that, it spans engine sizes of 1499–2179 cm³.
Each Peugeot 508 inspection ends with a clear recommendation, so you are never left guessing what the findings mean.
From car diagnostic to on spot used car inspection Budapest, the goal on the Peugeot 508 is the same: buy on evidence, not hope, after a proper inspection.
Why a pre-purchase inspection matters for the Peugeot 508
The cars that cost owners the most are usually the ones bought in a hurry. A short, structured inspection of the Peugeot 508 is the simplest way to slow down and buy on facts.
Confidence in a Peugeot 508 purchase should be earned with evidence, and that is what an independent check provides.
Engine and drivetrain versions we test on the Peugeot 508
The Peugeot 508 spans petrol, diesel and hybrid options over 14 versions, and the table below is where your specific car fits.
| Version | Specification | Power | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 | 1598 cm³ · 4-cyl · turbo | 156 hp | Petrol |
| 1.6 | 1598 cm³ · 4-cyl · turbo | 165 hp | Petrol |
| 1.6 | 1598 cm³ · 4-cyl · turbo | 180 hp | Petrol |
| 1.6 | 1598 cm³ · 4-cyl · turbo | 225 hp | Petrol |
| 2.0 | 1997 cm³ · 4-cyl · turbo | 250 hp | Petrol |
| 1.5 | 1499 cm³ · 4-cyl · turbo | 130 hp | Diesel |
| 1.6 | 1560 cm³ · 4-cyl · turbo | 115 hp | Diesel |
| 1.6 | 1560 cm³ · 4-cyl · turbo | 120 hp | Diesel |
| 2.0 | 1997 cm³ · 4-cyl · turbo | 140 hp | Diesel |
| 2.0 | 1997 cm³ · 4-cyl · turbo | 150 hp | Diesel |
| 2.0 | 1997 cm³ · 4-cyl · turbo | 163 hp | Diesel |
| 2.0 | 1997 cm³ · 4-cyl · turbo | 180 hp | Diesel |
| 2.2 | 2179 cm³ · 4-cyl · turbo | 204 hp | Diesel |
| 1.6 | 1598 cm³ · 4-cyl · turbo | — | Hybrid · PHEV |
What we focus on with the petrol Peugeot 508
- Cooling system. Water pump, thermostat and coolant condition are inspected for leaks and overheating risk.
- Carbon build-up. Direct-injection petrol engines are prone to intake carbon; we look for rough idle, misfires and the symptoms that come with it.
- Timing chain or belt. We listen for chain rattle on start-up and check belt service history, because a skipped interval here is one of the most expensive engine faults to put right.
- Turbocharger health. On turbo engines we watch boost behaviour, smoke on load and any whine or shaft play that hints at a tiring turbo.
- Oil consumption. We check oil level and condition and ask the right questions about top-ups, since heavy consumption points to worn rings or seals.
What we check on every car
The Peugeot 508 is checked across every major area, leaving nothing to chance:
Bodywork & paint
Panel-by-panel paint-thickness gauge readings to reveal filler, resprays and past accident repairs.
Chassis & structure
Underbody, sills and structural members checked for corrosion, welding and crash damage.
Engine & drivetrain
Cold-start behaviour, fluid condition, leaks, belts and audible faults assessed.
Diagnostics (OBD)
Full electronic fault-code read-out from the on-board systems, live and stored codes.
Electric & hybrid systems
Battery state-of-health indicators, charging behaviour and high-voltage warnings for EVs and hybrids.
Suspension, steering, brakes
Wear, play, leaks, disc and pad condition and tyre health inspected.
Interior & electronics
Equipment, infotainment, climate and electrical functions tested for correct operation.
Road test
A short functional drive to judge gearbox, brakes, steering and running refinement.
Documentation check
VIN match, service history plausibility and odometer cross-check against condition.
Two packages, one inspection
The 35,999 Ft Standard package has you present with a printed report on the spot; the 39,999 Ft Digital is for when you cannot attend, with the full report, photos and video sent by email. The checks on your Peugeot 508 are identical — only your presence and the delivery differ. Compare packages.
Peugeot 508: frequently asked questions
How much does a pre-purchase inspection of the Peugeot 508 cost?
An on-site inspection of the Peugeot 508 starts at 35,999 Ft for the Standard package, where you attend in person and we go through the findings with you at the car. The Digital Inspection Package costs 39,999 Ft and is carried out without you there, with the results sent as photographs, video and a written report by email. The inspection itself is identical in both, the call-out fee within Budapest is included, and there are no hidden extras.
What do your inspectors find most often on the Peugeot 508?
A used Peugeot 508 is a sound choice with its eyes open, and that means knowing its weak points. What we scrutinise hardest here is cooling system, carbon build-up and timing chain or belt. None of these shows from the driver's seat, which is why buyers who search for on spot used car inspection Budapest really need an on-site check — and our Peugeot 508 inspection covers every one.
Can you tell whether the Peugeot 508 has been in an accident?
We measure paint thickness across every panel and examine the structural areas, seams and fasteners for filler, resprays and signs of straightening or fresh welding. Together these reveal the great majority of accident repairs that a casual viewing would never expose on a Peugeot 508. Where a reading raises a question, we investigate further before drawing any conclusion.
What happens after you have inspected the Peugeot 508?
You receive your English report — handed to you at the car with the Standard package, or by email with photos and video under the Digital Inspection Package. It sets out every finding, graded by how much it should concern you, with a plain recommendation. From there the decision on the Peugeot 508 is entirely yours, made on evidence rather than assumption.
Do you read the fault codes on the Peugeot 508?
Yes — a full on-board diagnostic scan is part of every inspection. On the Peugeot 508 we capture both live and stored fault codes, including ones a seller may have cleared shortly before your viewing, and we read live data to catch systems that are struggling before any warning light appears. On electric and hybrid versions this also opens up the battery and charging data.
Do you come to wherever the Peugeot 508 is parked?
Yes — this is a fully mobile, on-site service. An English-speaking inspector travels to the Peugeot 508 whether it sits on a private driveway, a dealer forecourt or a side street, anywhere in Budapest and the towns around it. You never have to drive an unfamiliar car across the city to a workshop just to have it looked at.
People search for car diagnostic — is that what you do for the Peugeot 508?
Yes. Car diagnostic is simply another way of describing what we do for the Peugeot 508: an independent, on-site inspection before you buy. Our inspector comes to the car, works through the full checklist and the diagnostics, and explains every finding in English. Plenty of buyers also look for buying inspection, and that is the very same service.
Do you offer on spot used car inspection Budapest when buying the Peugeot 508?
We do. For the Peugeot 508, on spot used car inspection Budapest means a complete, on-the-spot pre-purchase inspection carried out wherever the car is parked in Budapest, with the result reported in English. It is the same thorough check buyers have in mind when they search for mobile vehicle check Budapest — independent, documented and yours to act on.
Buy your Peugeot 508 with confidence
Get the Peugeot 508 checked before the cash leaves your account — book your inspection now.





