2013 Peugeot 3008 1.6L Diesel · AV62 YED

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While the car passed its most recent test on January 2026 at 171,797 miles, this followed a significant failure just one day prior. The history shows a worsening trend in mechanical neglect, with multiple safety-critical items including lighting, seat restraints, and suspension components failing repeatedly across consecutive tests. This pattern suggests the owner only performs the minimum repairs necessary to pass an MOT rather than addressing underlying mechanical degradation. At 13 years old, the recorded 171,797 miles represent a high-use cycle of approximately 13,200 miles per year. This consistent mileage places significant strain on the drivetrain and heavy-duty components. Between January 2024 and January 2025, the vehicle covered nearly 17,000 miles in a single year. This rapid accumulation, combined with the recurring failures of components like wheel bearings and suspension ball joints, indicates the vehicle has been subjected to heavy operational stress which accelerates the wear of consumable parts. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the front-end suspension and braking system. The record flags deteriorated lower suspension arm ball joint dust covers and an offside front wheel bearing with excessive play in 2025, issues that often lead to steering instability if not monitored. The ABS warning lamp recorded in early 2025 also requires a diagnostic check to ensure the sensor or module fault was fully rectified. Furthermore, the recurring mention of tyres being worn on the edges across multiple years suggests a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension geometry that will continue to prematurely ruin new rubber and stress the mechanical hardware.