2019 Peugeot 108 1.0L Petrol · MC14 AAC

A subtle but consistent pattern of brake-related wear advisories defines the mechanical profile of this 2019 Peugeot 108 across its recorded MOT history. The most recent test on 13 May 2026 passed, but flagged two items: a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit on its edge, and a nearside front service brake binding slightly but not excessively. The binding advisory is particularly noteworthy as it represents the second brake-related flag on this vehicle, following the 2022 advisory noting front brake pads wearing thin. With four tests in total showing no defects and two tests carrying brake advisories, the evidence points to a front brake assembly experiencing normal but progressive wear consistent with a small city car used predominantly in stop-start conditions. While no failures have been recorded and the overall roadworthiness record is largely clean, the recurrence of brake-related items warrants direct scrutiny during any pre-purchase inspection. The recorded mileage of 28,016 miles over approximately seven years equates to an annual accumulation of around 4,000 miles, which is notably low for a vehicle of this age and suggests either periods of light use or extended standing. The mileage progression between tests shows roughly 3,000 to 4,000 miles added per year, indicating fairly consistent usage rather than a vehicle that has been off the road for long stretches or one subjected to high-mileage motorway driving. From a mechanical standpoint, this low usage pattern is generally kinder to the engine and drivetrain in terms of wear accumulation, but can present its own considerations. Brake discs and pads are susceptible to surface corrosion when a vehicle is used only intermittently or for short journeys, as the rotors do not reach sufficient temperature to dry off surface rust, and calliper slide mechanisms can seize through lack of regular movement. The recorded binding advisory on the nearside front brake is consistent with exactly this type of low-use scenario. For a prospective buyer, the nearside front tyre worn on its edge warrants particular attention on a test drive. This wear pattern is often associated with wheel alignment irregularities, and on a Peugeot 108 specifically, it can indicate worn suspension components such as bottom ball joints, track rod ends, or front wishbone bushes that allow geometry to drift. During inspection, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front suspension when traversing speed bumps or potholes, and feel for any vagueness or pulling in the steering. The nearside front brake binding should be evaluated by driving at low speed with the windows down and listening for any dragging or scraping noise, or by checking whether the vehicle pulls slightly to one side under firm braking. A binding calliper can also lead to uneven pad wear, reduced fuel efficiency, and eventual overheating of the affected wheel. Given the recurrence of brake advisories over a four-year span, a thorough inspection of the entire front brake system is advisable before purchase. Request a measure of remaining front brake pad and disc thickness, and verify that the nearside front calliper is retracting fully rather than remaining partially applied. Check the condition of the brake fluid, as low-mileage vehicles are not immune to fluid degradation over time, particularly given that the oldest test in the record dates back to 2022. Examine the tyres for uneven wear across the full tread width and confirm the wheel alignment is within tolerance, as the edge wear on the nearside front could indicate an underlying suspension fault that has not yet been addressed. With no structural advisories, no corrosion flags, and no test failures across five consecutive annual examinations, the vehicle presents a fundamentally sound basis for purchase, provided the front brake and tyre wear concerns are properly resolved.