2012 Peugeot 208 1.6L Diesel · WJ62 TXP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While it passed its latest test in October 2025 at 139,042 miles, this followed a failure just two weeks prior. The trend shows a recurring failure to address suspension components and electrical faults until they reach inspection limits. The transition from a failure to a pass suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical defects when they directly threaten the MOT certificate. At 139,042 miles over 14 years, the Peugeot 208 has averaged approximately 10,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for its age. The data shows a significant spike in activity with nearly 8,000 miles covered between September 2023 and September 2024, and another 7,500 miles in the following year. This rate of accumulation correlates with the accelerated wear seen on mechanical parts, as evidenced by the multiple failures related to suspension linkages and the braking system. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the record shows a history of issues with ball joint dust covers, track rod ends, and anti-roll bar linkages. The tester flagged severely deteriorated dust covers on both front suspension arms in late 2025, which indicates a risk of grease loss and joint failure. The recurring issue of a nearside rear binding brake noted in 2024 suggests a sticking caliper or slide pin that may continue to cause overheating or uneven pad wear if not properly serviced. The presence of an inoperative Engine MIL in the September 2025 failure is a significant concern that requires a diagnostic scan to ensure no hidden fault codes remain in the engine management. Given the high mileage and the history of perished rubber components, the buyer should also check the integrity of the chassis and the condition of all rubber bushings to ensure no structural corrosion has been neglected during the periods of high mileage accumulation.