2021 Peugeot 2008 GT Premium EV Electric · AF21 CZP

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 5 March 2026, retaining a clean pass with no failures, dangerous defects, or major items recorded against it. Three advisories were issued at this test, all centred on the rear brake discs, which were noted as worn, pitted, or scored but not seriously weakened on both the nearside and offside, alongside a minor advisory regarding the under trays. Looking at the broader trend across the three recorded tests, the maintenance picture is stable to mildly worsening: the 2024 test was entirely clean, the 2025 test introduced a single advisory for rear brake disc corrosion, and the 2026 test escalated that concern with specific advisories for pitting and scoring on both rear discs. This pattern suggests progressive surface degradation of the rear braking surfaces, which is consistent with normal wear combined with the standing periods typical of an EV in mixed-use driving. The fact that no other systems, including suspension, tyres, lights, or emissions, have attracted any advisory across three consecutive tests is a positive indicator of overall mechanical upkeep. Against the vehicle's age of approximately five years, the recorded mileage of 37,754 miles equates to an annual average of around 7,551 miles, which is broadly typical for a car of this profile and indicates the vehicle has been used regularly rather than left standing for long stretches. There are no significant unexplained gaps in the recorded mileage progression between MOT tests, with the figures rising at a consistent year-on-year rate, suggesting steady, predictable use. This is mechanically favourable for an EV, as regular driving helps preserve battery state of health, keeps brake calliper mechanisms exercised, and prevents the corrosion issues that often arise from prolonged standing. The mileage is high enough to imply that consumable items such as tyres, brake pads, and possibly suspension components will have experienced meaningful working life, yet low enough that major drivetrain items should not yet be at end-of-service intervals. Given the recurring advisories relating to the rear brake discs, particular attention should be paid to the braking system during a physical inspection and test drive. The pitting and scoring noted across two consecutive tests indicates the discs have lost material from their working surface, and although they were not considered seriously weakened at the most recent test, a prospective buyer should anticipate that replacement of the rear discs, and likely the rear brake pads, will be required within the next service interval. On a test drive, listen for any scraping, grinding, or metallic squeal from the rear axle under light braking, and pay attention to vibration, shudder, or pulsation through the brake pedal or steering wheel, which would suggest the disc wear has progressed beyond the advisory threshold. It is also worth inspecting the rear callipers for seizing or binding, as EVs in particular suffer from rear callipers failing to retract after minimal use due to regenerative braking handling most of the deceleration, leading to uneven pad wear and accelerated disc corrosion. A handbrake hill-hold test is advisable to confirm the mechanism is releasing cleanly without dragging. Beyond the braking system, several age- and mileage-related checks remain appropriate. The tyres should be examined for both tread depth and, importantly given the vehicle is now five years old, sidewall condition including any signs of perishing, cracking, or UV degradation, even if tread remains adequate. The 12V auxiliary battery, which is separate from the high-voltage traction pack in EVs, should be tested for cranking strength and state of charge, as these typically require replacement on a five-to-seven-year cycle. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and should be renewed on a calendar basis regardless of mileage, so verifying when it was last changed is worthwhile. Coolant for the thermal management system, which protects both the traction battery and the electric drive unit, also follows a time-based service schedule and should be checked for condition and replacement history. Finally, the high-voltage battery state of health should ideally be confirmed through a diagnostic scan showing pack voltage balance and capacity retention, as this is the single most costly component of the vehicle and a primary consideration when purchasing any used EV.