2017 Peugeot 3008 1.2L Petrol · AF17 UHS

This 2017 Peugeot 3008 presents an unblemished DVSA record across the five documented tests, with the most recent assessment on 26 March 2026 recording a clean pass and no advisories, and the prior three annual tests following exactly the same pattern. The single anomaly is a fail dated 16 March 2024 which carries no recorded defects, suggesting a retest was required on that occasion rather than any mechanical deterioration, and the vehicle has subsequently returned to consecutive clean passes in April 2024, March 2025, and March 2026. The absence of any advisory entries across nine years of testing is unusual for a vehicle of this age and mileage, particularly as corrosion-related advisories on suspension arms, brake pipes, and underbody components typically begin to surface on cars exposed to UK winter conditions from the five-year mark onwards. While the record itself cannot confirm that no minor wear items have been addressed between tests, it does demonstrate that at the point of each statutory inspection the vehicle has met the minimum roadworthiness standard without any borderline components being flagged for the buyer or tester to monitor. Recorded mileage of 67,602 against a nine-year age equates to an average annual accumulation of approximately 7,500 miles, which is broadly consistent with typical mixed private and commuter use. There are no extended gaps in the testing history that would imply long periods off the road, and the mileage progression between tests appears steady rather than exhibiting any sudden spikes or unusually low readings between consecutive annual examinations. This consistent usage pattern is mechanically favourable because it tends to keep the engine, transmission, and drivetrain components regularly exercised through their operating temperature range, reducing the risk of internal corrosion, oil degradation, and seized components that can afflict cars used only intermittently. Conversely, the mileage is high enough to expect meaningful wear on consumable items such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and clutch friction material, even though the MOT record itself does not flag these as they fall outside the strict test criteria once above the minimum legal thresholds. For a prospective buyer, the clean advisory record means there are no specific components documented as approaching the end of their service life, so attention on the test drive should focus on areas commonly affected on this generation of Peugeot 3008. Listen for any clonks or knocks from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly from the lower wishbones, anti-roll bar drop links, and the front strut top mounts, as these are known wear items on the platform and may not yet have reached the advisory threshold. During braking, check for any pulling to one side, vibration through the pedal, or a grinding or scraping sensation which would indicate worn pads or scored discs, and verify that the handbrake holds the vehicle firmly on an incline given that electronic parking brake actuators can develop faults. Under the bonnet, inspect for any signs of oil seepage around the engine and particularly from the cam cover gasket and the turbo oil return pipe on diesel derivatives, as well as coolant residue around the water pump and thermostat housing. On the road, the 1.5 and 1.6 diesel units should pull smoothly without any excessive vibration, hesitation, or blue smoke on overrun which would suggest turbocharger or DPF issues given the mileage. Check that all electrical systems function correctly including the infotainment screen, climate control, and instrument cluster, as the 3008 is known for occasional electronic glitches. Finally, examine the underbody and wheel arches for any surface corrosion, particularly around the rear axle mounting points and suspension subframes, and confirm the tyres are of matching make and age with adequate tread depth, as these observations will provide a clearer picture of the vehicle's true condition beyond the unusually clean MOT history presented.