2012 Peugeot 3008 2.0L Electric diesel · AV12 OSK

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate, but the recent history reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 131,452 miles was a pass, it followed a series of significant failures that indicate mechanical neglect. The trend shows a temporary improvement in roadworthiness after a major overhaul in late 2025, but the frequency of failures previously suggests that components were only addressed once they reached a point of failure. At 131,452 miles, this 14-year-old Peugeot has averaged approximately 9,400 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK road-car usage patterns. However, the data shows a concentrated period of high mechanical instability between August 2024 and December 2025, where the vehicle covered barely 3,000 miles but underwent three separate tests. This rapid accumulation of faults over a short mileage interval suggests that the vehicle was reaching a stage of wear where multiple rubber and metal components were failing simultaneously regardless of distance driven. A buyer must scrutinise the suspension and sub-frame assembly, as the record consistently flags recurring issues including worn ball joints, arm pins, and excessively worn bushes. The rear sub-frame was noted for wear across all four points in 2025, which is a critical area of structural fatigue that warrants close inspection for deep corrosion. Additionally, the offside front CV boot has appeared in multiple tests as split; the buyer should verify that the entire assembly was replaced rather than merely patched to prevent premature joint failure. The braking system also requires attention due to documented history of binding calipers, damaged handbrake cables, and imbalanced front brakes. The December 2025 test noted a damaged rear brake cable that was not yet to the limit, indicating that the handbrake system may be nearing further attention. Given the previous reports of structural corrosion and heavy wear on suspension bushings, a physical inspection of the underbody and the integrity of the wish arms is essential to ensure the repairs made in late 2025 were thorough and lasting.