2011 Peugeot 3008 1.6L Diesel · AV61 TZZ

This 2011 Peugeot 3008 presents a mixed mechanical picture defined by a recurring cluster of front suspension and tyre concerns now entering a fourth consecutive advisory cycle, alongside two dipped-beam headlamp failures on the nearside and offside at separate tests. The most recent MOT on 14 July 2026 recorded a pass, but only after an immediately prior failure on the same date for a non-functioning nearside headlamp on dipped beam and an inoperative registration plate lamp, both of which are straightforward electrical items rather than structural concerns. Across the five test events captured, two failures were recorded (2026 and 2023), with the 2025 entry failing on a major Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indication, which is a noteworthy safety system flag that warrants verification of any remedial work carried out. The 2025 advisory set and the 2024 advisory for the same front suspension arm pin or bush, together with an oil leak advisories and persistent offside rear tyre wear and cracking issues, point to a vehicle whose wear profile is being managed reactively at annual test rather than resolved at source. Recorded mileage of 87,122 over roughly fifteen years equates to an annual accumulation of around 5,808 miles, which is well below average for the vehicle's age and suggests either sustained light use or extended periods of standing. The MOT testing pattern shows reasonable continuity with annual tests, indicating the car has generally been kept on the road, although the very low annual mileage raises the usual considerations for tyres developing flat spots, brake discs and pads corroding or seizing through underuse, and rubber components such as suspension bushes, gaiters and driveshaft boots hardening or perishing from limited working cycles. The combination of this low usage with the recurring advisories on front suspension components and oil leaks is worth weighing carefully, as prolonged low-speed or short-journey use can accelerate certain deterioration patterns even where the odometer reading remains modest. A prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the front suspension arm pins or bushes that have been flagged at both 2024 and 2025 tests, as these items will inevitably have progressed since the last recorded inspection. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front end over speed humps, uneven road surfaces, and during full-lock manoeuvres, and feel for vagueness or delayed response through the steering wheel, which would indicate the bushes have worn beyond acceptable tolerance. The oil leak recorded in 2025 should also be investigated; check the underside for fresh oil residue, particularly around the engine sump, rocker cover, and turbo or oil filter housing, and monitor the level on the dipstick over the inspection period. Offside rear tyre cracking and edge wear advisories suggest potential rear axle geometry misalignment or uneven loading, so inspect the rear tyres for inner-edge wear patterns and check for any tracking irregularities through the steering. The Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp failure from June 2025 and the recurring headlamp and lighting defects are areas that demand documentary evidence of rectification before purchase. For the SRS issue, confirm with the seller that the fault was professionally diagnosed and cleared, commonly by a garage using Peugeot diagnostic equipment, as unresolved airbag or pretensioner faults present a serious safety risk. The dipped-beam headlamp failures on both sides at different tests suggest a pattern rather than coincidence, so verify both headlamp units and their associated wiring, connectors, and the multifunction switch are in sound order, and observe whether any flickering or intermittent operation occurs with the lights switched on during the viewing. Finally, given the low mileage, exercise the brakes firmly from speed to confirm the calipers are releasing cleanly without dragging, and check that the handbrake holds on an incline, as seized rear calipers are a frequent consequence of prolonged underuse on vehicles of this profile.