2012 Peugeot 508 1.6L Diesel · AV62 OKR

The vehicle's roadworthiness status is currently compromised following a failed MOT on 3 December 2024 at 154,947 miles. This recent failure indicates a worsening maintenance trend, shifting from a period of relatively clean records to significant mechanical and electronic faults. The tester identified critical issues including an inoperative engine malfunction indicator lamp, a fault with the electronic stability control warning lamp, and a parking brake efficiency rating below the required 50 percent threshold. These failures suggest that recent electrical and braking system maintenance has been neglected. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 84,099 miles in 2015 to 154,947 miles in late 2024. While the mileage itself is predictable, the gaps between tests and the sudden appearance of multiple complex faults in the most recent inspection suggest that the vehicle's upkeep has become less consistent as it has aged. A prospective buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking system and electronic control units. The 2024 failure regarding parking brake efficiency, combined with the 2016 advisory on the offside handbrake and the 2015 failure for thin brake pads, points to a recurring need for brake component attention. The inoperative MIL and stability control lamps indicate potential sensor or wiring faults that require diagnostic equipment to resolve. Suspension and tyre maintenance also require scrutiny. The 2017 record flagged play in the rear anti-roll bar linkages, and multiple entries in 2016 and 2017 noted tyres worn close to the legal limit. While the 2021 test noted a non-excessive front oil leak, the recent cluster of electronic and braking failures suggests the vehicle may require immediate investment to meet basic safety and legal standards.