2017 Peugeot 208 1.2L Petrol · AV17 NKC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning pattern of neglected consumable care. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 37,228 miles resulted in a pass, it flagged multiple defects regarding tyre perishing and damage across three corners. This follows a failure earlier in October 2024 where a nearside front tyre had a cut reaching the cords, indicating that the owner consistently ignores proactive tyre replacement until failure occurs. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,136 miles per year. Between October 2022 and October 2023, the car covered only 2,399 miles, suggesting long periods of stationary or very light use. While this low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it directly correlates with the recurring tyre cracking and perishing noted in the 2024 and 2025 records, as rubber degrades over time due to age and lack of movement rather than tread depth loss. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of all four tyres, as the repeated defects suggest the rubber is reaching the end of its structural life. The 2022 failure for a defective central exhaust mounting should also be re-checked to ensure the system has not suffered further corrosion or mechanical fatigue. Given the low-usage history, the inspector should specifically check suspension bushes and brake calipers for cracking or seizing, as these components often degrade when vehicles that sit idle for extended periods.