2015 PEUGEOT 3081.2L Petrol

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows signs of a worsening maintenance trend, evidenced by an increasing number of advisories in the most recent test on 4 February 2026 at 115,892 miles. While the car passed its latest inspection, the tester flagged several significant issues including blue smoke from the exhaust during acceleration, an oil leak, and thinning rear brake pads alongside worn or pitted discs. The presence of blue smoke suggests potential engine wear or oil consumption issues that were not present in previous years, marking a shift from minor consumable replacements to more serious mechanical concerns. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,500 miles per year. The records show steady progression from 37,405 miles in May 2018 to the current 115,892 miles. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, though the frequency of minor failures and advisories has increased as the vehicle has aged. The jump from 77,868 miles in January 2022 to 88,043 miles in February 2023 indicates regular annual use rather than long periods of inactivity. A prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough mechanical inspection of the engine and lubrication system. The recurring mentions of oil leaks since February 2025 and the recent report of blue exhaust smoke indicate a developing issue with oil management or internal engine seals. The braking system requires close scrutiny; the record shows a persistent pattern of pitted and scored discs at both the front and rear across the 2024 and 2025 tests, which has now progressed to thinning rear pads. The history also suggests a pattern of deferred maintenance regarding tyres and lighting. The vehicle has repeatedly failed or received advisories for worn tyres and inoperative bulbs, such as the registration plate lamps and headlamps noted in February 2024 and February 2026. Beyond these consumables, the structural integrity of the exhaust and the condition of the engine seals should be verified to determine if the reported oil leak and smoke are symptoms of more costly component failures.