2015 Peugeot 2008 1.6L Diesel · AP64 FRL

A pattern of chronic brake and tyre wear advisories dominates the MOT history of this 2015 Peugeot 2008, with no structural, corrosion, or lighting failures appearing at any point across the recorded tests. The most recent examination on 25 February 2026 resulted in a pass, accompanied only by a note that both rear brake discs are worn, pitted or scored though not seriously weakened. This same rear brake disc advisory has appeared consistently since at least April 2025, and the earlier 2023 test cycle additionally flagged low front and rear brake pads. The forward axle has produced repeated tyre wear advisories on both nearside and offside edges across consecutive tests in 2023, 2024 and 2025, suggesting an ongoing geometry or suspension component issue rather than simple rubber consumption. There is also one recorded failure on 13 May 2023, though the recorded reasons are not separately logged beyond the advisory list, and a minor registration plate deterioration noted at the same time. With 76,407 miles accumulated over roughly eleven years of use, this 2008 is running at an average of approximately 6,946 miles annually, which sits broadly in line with typical UK mileage expectations for a car of its age. There are no significant gaps in the MOT testing record, implying continuous road use rather than long periods of standing, and no mileage inconsistencies that would raise concern about clocked readings. At this annual rate the engine, clutch, turbocharger (if fitted) and manual transmission internals will have experienced reasonable working life, while braking and suspension consumables will have been replaced multiple times. The recurring nature of the brake and tyre advisories, even at this moderate mileage, points to component quality or alignment geometry rather than excessive use. A prospective buyer should focus the pre-purchase inspection squarely on the braking and front axle components that have repeatedly drawn advisories. The rear brake discs have been flagged as pitted and scored across two consecutive tests, so both discs should be measured for remaining thickness with a view to replacement, and the calipers checked for binding or sticking pistons that may have accelerated uneven wear. The front pads were noted as getting low in 2023, so the pad material, disc condition and slider pin free movement should all be verified. On the front tyres, the persistent edge wear on both sides is a strong indicator of misalignment, worn suspension bushes, or tired strut top mounts and wishbone components; a close inspection of the front suspension arms, anti-roll bar drop links, track rod ends and coil springs for play, perishing or oil leakage from the dampers is essential. A four-wheel alignment check and geometry verification should be budgeted for. On a test drive, listen and feel carefully for symptoms consistent with these flagged areas. Brake pedal response should be firm and progressive without excessive travel, and any judder through the steering wheel under steady braking would suggest the front discs are now also warped beyond serviceable limits. Steering should remain straight and self-centring on a flat road, with no pulling to either side that might indicate geometry drift from worn front suspension components. Audible clonks or knocking from the front end over speed bumps or rough tarmac, particularly on full lock, would suggest deteriorating suspension linkages. Finally, check the inner and outer edges of all four tyres for uneven wear patterns, inspect the sidewalls for cracking on ageing rubber, and confirm the rear discs visually through the wheel spokes for the lip formation and surface corrosion consistent with the repeated advisories on file.