2015 Peugeot 208 1.6L Diesel · AE65 MXK

The 2015 Peugeot 208 presents a stable and improving mechanical trend, culminating in a clean pass on 14 October 2025 at 132,897 miles with zero defects recorded. This recent outcome demonstrates that the vehicle currently meets stringent roadworthiness standards. The maintenance trajectory shows a distinct resolution of earlier issues, as the 2022 test initially resulted in a failure on 15 October at 96,519 miles, yet the car passed just three days later on 18 October at the identical mileage with no defects noted. Since that point, consecutive annual tests have passed cleanly, indicating consistent upkeep and a lack of recurring mechanical faults. Accumulating 132,897 miles over roughly eleven years equates to an average annual mileage of approximately 12,082 miles, which sits on the higher side for a supermini of this age. The records reveal steady, sustained use rather than prolonged periods of inactivity. Between the September 2023 test at 111,273 miles and the October 2024 test at 125,073 miles, the vehicle covered 13,800 miles in just over twelve months. The mileage increment slowed slightly to 7,824 miles over the following twelve months leading to the October 2025 test. This consistent accumulation points to regular motorway or long-distance commuting, which typically causes less localized wear than stop-start urban driving but places higher demands on drivetrain components and consumables over time. Despite the clean MOT record, the high mileage warrants a thorough physical inspection of structural integrity and wear components. Pay close attention to the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as high-mileage Peugeots often suffer from premature deterioration in these areas. Examine the brake discs and calipers for signs of corrosion or binding, even though no braking defects were flagged. The exhaust system and catalytic converter require scrutiny for corrosion and emissions performance, given the vehicle's age and mileage. A physical underbody inspection remains essential to verify the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, ensuring no hidden corrosion compromises the vehicle's safety.