2012 Peugeot 208 1.4L Diesel · AF62 NHZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status with the maintenance trend improving after a period of reactive repairs. The most recent test conducted in November 2022 at 30,713 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories. This indicates that the mechanical and safety issues identified in previous years were successfully addressed by the owner and the vehicle has maintained a clean record since that time. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,194 miles per year. Between December 2020 and November 2022, the car covered only 1,329 miles, suggesting it sat for long periods or was used only for short trips. While this low mileage reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, it increases the risk associated with component degradation, such as perished rubber seals, seized brake calipers, and dry rot due to lack of regular use. A buyer should perform a thorough physical inspection of the tyres and exhaust system, given the history of failures in 2020 and 2021. The record shows multiple failures due to structural tears in the nearside front and offside rear tyres, which suggests either neglect or damage from curb strikes. Furthermore, the dual exhaust mounting failures in December 2020 indicate that the exhaust system may suffer from corrosion or vibration. Given the low mileage, the inspector must also check for surface rust on the brake discs and ensure the suspension bushes have not perished from age and inactivity.