2011 Peugeot 3008 1.6L Diesel · CP61 ABU

This 2011 Peugeot 3008 presents an unusual MOT profile: every recorded test shows no defects whatsoever, yet the history contains two same-day fail-then-pass pairs, on 3 November 2023 and again on 28 and 31 October 2024, where an initial failure was followed within days by a pass. Because no defect items were recorded against those failures, the specific reasons cannot be established from the DVSA data alone, but the pattern is consistent with minor, quickly rectified presentation faults rather than structural or mechanical problems. The most recent test on 19 September 2025 was a clean pass with no advisories, and across five recorded tests the vehicle has never accumulated a single advisory item, which is a relatively clean record for a car of this age, though the two unexplained failures mean it cannot be described as flawless. Recorded mileage stands at 73,998 miles, equating to roughly 4,900 miles per year over fifteen years, which is low for the age. The annual tests have occurred consistently each autumn with no multi-year gaps, so there is no evidence of extended off-road periods in the recent record. Low annual accumulation typically means reduced wear on brake components, suspension bushes, and drivetrain parts relative to a higher-mileage equivalent, though on a car of this vintage age-related deterioration of rubber components, seals, and corrosion protection proceeds regardless of mileage. The absence of any corrosion, suspension, or brake advisories in the record means no specific age-related deterioration has been flagged by testers to date. For a prospective buyer, the priority is to establish what caused the two recorded failures in 2023 and 2024. Request the failure certificates or ask the seller directly, since the DVSA summary here lists no defect items; if the failures related to lighting, registration plates, or similar presentation items, they carry little mechanical significance, but anything relating to brakes, steering, or structure would warrant closer scrutiny despite the subsequent passes. On a test drive, given the lack of flagged items, focus on general verification rather than specific known weak points: listen for knocks or clonks from the suspension over uneven surfaces, check for brake pedal judder or pulling under braking, and confirm the steering tracks straight without vibration. Inspect underneath for corrosion on the subframe, brake pipes, and suspension mounting points, as these are common age-related areas on a fifteen-year-old vehicle even where no advisory has yet been raised. Verify that the recorded mileage is consistent with the condition of the pedals, driver's seat, and steering wheel, and confirm the odometer reading aligns with the documented test history.