2019 Peugeot 5008 1.5L Diesel · AJ19 UOC

The 2019 Peugeot 5008 demonstrates a generally stable roadworthiness profile with four recorded MOT tests spanning from March 2023 through August 2025, showing three consecutive passes and one failure. The most recent test on 2025-08-22 resulted in a passing outcome with no defects noted, and prior to that the vehicle passed again in January 2024 and March 2023. A failure was recorded on 2024-09-06 although the official record does not specify the nature of the issue, creating a single anomaly within an otherwise clean history. This pattern suggests the vehicle has remained mechanically reliable throughout most of its ownership period, with the most significant concern being the unspecified cause of the September 2024 failure that was not immediately corrected before the next test. With 22,279 miles logged on a seven-year-old vehicle, the annualisation yields approximately 3,183 miles per year, a figure considerably below what would be typical for a regularly driven car of this model. This low utilisation rate indicates either very light annual use or extended periods where the vehicle was not in motion, which can result in minimal normal wear on suspension bushings, shock absorbers, and brake components. While high mileage typically signals accelerated component degradation, the modest total distance means the powertrain and main drivetrain have likely endured fewer operational cycles than their design life would normally demand, though the single reported failure requires investigation to determine whether it stemmed from short-term stress or longer-term underlying issues. Buyers should conduct a hands-on inspection focusing on the suspension linkage assembly, paying particular attention to control arm bushings and subframe mounting points, as inadequate lubrication or material fatigue can manifest as roughness or pulling sensations during cornering. Brake performance should be evaluated by testing pedal feel and pedal travel at various speeds, listening for any grinding or squealing that might indicate worn pads or rotors, even though the low mileage reduces the likelihood of severe pad wear. Given that the most recent MOT was successful, the priority shifts to verifying that the September 2024 failure was fully resolved, as lingering issues could present themselves under different driving conditions or load profiles.