2015 PEUGEOT 30081.6L Diesel

This Peugeot 3008’s most recent MOT, conducted just ten months ago on 22 July 2025, reveals a vehicle that narrowly passed despite multiple critical suspension and tyre issues. The trend over the past two years is unambiguously worsening, with recurring failures in suspension components—particularly the near-side front ball joint, trailing arm bush, and anti-roll bar linkages—alongside persistent tyre wear that suggests either neglectful maintenance or aggressive driving habits. The fractured near-side front coil spring in July 2025 is a serious structural concern, as is the parking brake failure from the same test, indicating a lack of proactive servicing. The vehicle’s ability to pass at all in 2025 was likely due to minor repairs rather than comprehensive attention to underlying wear. The recorded mileage of 92,355 miles at the latest test reflects an average of around 8,400 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. There are no extended gaps in mileage that would imply prolonged neglect, nor are there sudden spikes that would suggest excessive stress on components. However, the consistency of failures—particularly in suspension and tyres—points to a pattern of deferred maintenance rather than exceptional usage. The 2024 and 2025 tests, both conducted within a week of each other, also raise questions about whether the vehicle was driven to failure between tests or if critical components were simply overlooked until the last possible moment. A prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the suspension system, with particular focus on the near-side front lower arm ball joint, trailing arm bushes, and anti-roll bar linkages, all of which have failed repeatedly. The fractured coil spring on the near-side front warrants immediate visual confirmation, as does the structural integrity of the suspension mounts. Brake efficiency should be tested, especially the parking brake, which failed in 2025, and the rear pads, which were noted as thin in 2023. Tyre condition remains a concern; the offside rear tyre has been flagged three times in the past two years, and the nearside front tyre may now be similarly worn. Exhaust emissions and corrosion should also be checked, though these were not explicitly noted in recent tests. Given the vehicle’s history, a full suspension rebuild and brake overhaul would be advisable before committing to purchase.