What headlight bulb does a Peugeot 208 take in the UK?

For the 208 halogen headlamps version (2019-2023), Auto Bulbs Direct lists dipped beam H7, main beam H1. Headlight bulbs changed between versions, so check the table for your registration year and headlight type.

Do all 208 versions use the same bulbs?

No. Auto Bulbs Direct lists 2 different sets for the 208 across registration years and headlight types (halogen, with or without daytime running lights, cornering lights). Match yours by registration year, and check the old bulb's base.

Peugeot 208 bulb numbers (UK)

For the 208 halogen headlamps version (2019-2023, 19 to 23 plates), Auto Bulbs Direct lists dipped beam H7, main beam H1; front indicators 581 (PY21W), brake/tail 566 (P27W), reversing 955 (W16W), number plate 501 (W5W). Other versions are below - 2 in all.

Key takeaways

208 halogen headlamps: dipped H7, main H1.
UK number and ECE code name the same bulb: 501 = W5W, 581 = PY21W, 380 = P21/5W, 382 = P21W.
Versions differ by registration year and headlight type - check the old bulb's base.

208 halogen headlamps 2019-2023 (19 to 23 plates)
Dipped beam	H7
Main beam	H1
Daytime running light	580 (W21/5W)
Front indicator	581 (PY21W)
Brake / tail light	566 (P27W)
Rear indicator	581 (PY21W)
Rear fog	382 (P21W)
Reversing light	955 (W16W)
Number plate	501 (W5W)

208 halogen headlamps 2012-2019 (12 to 68 plates)
Dipped beam	H7
Main beam	H7
Front fog	PSX24W
Daytime running light	580 (W21/5W)
Brake / tail light	382 (P21W)
Rear indicator	581 (PY21W)
Rear fog	382 (P21W)
Number plate	501 (W5W)

Versions as Auto Bulbs Direct names them, with UK registration years and plates. These are halogen-headlight cars unless stated; xenon and LED headlights use different bulbs or sealed units.

Bulbs for the Peugeot 208

For the 208 halogen headlamps (2019-2023). Amazon opens in your own country's store.

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Source: Auto Bulbs Direct's vehicle bulb finder, checked registration plate by registration plate. Bulbs can change with trim level and headlight type, so check the markings on the old bulb (printed on its base) before buying. UK numbers (501, 581, 380...) and ECE codes (W5W, PY21W, P21/5W...) name the same bulb.