2016 Peugeot 5008 1.6L Diesel · BD66 MZP

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean MOT pass recorded on 21 August 2025 at 205,908 miles. The maintenance trend shows a period of stability after resolving previous inconsistencies. While the vehicle previously struggled to meet standards, the two most recent inspections resulted in no defects or advisories, suggesting that immediate mechanical issues were addressed and the car is currently maintaining a baseline level of operation under heavy use. The mileage profile is exceptionally high for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 20,600 miles per year. A significant surge in usage occurred between the August 2024 and August 2025 tests, where the car covered 37,400 miles in a single twelve-month period. This rapid accumulation indicates consistent, likely long-distance motorway use, which typically places higher thermal stress on the engine, turbo, and suspension components compared to city driving. The gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests also shows 25,000 miles driven, confirming a heavy annual workload. A buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and drivetrain components due to the high-mileage exposure. At over 200,000 miles, control arm bushes, shock absorbers, and coil springs are often nearing the end of their functional life. The recorded failures in July 2023 and July 2024 indicate that the vehicle required intervention to pass, so the buyer should check for signs of uneven tyre wear, leaking or binding brake calipers, and corrosion on the exhaust system and structural mounting points, as the high mileage accelerates the degradation of these wear-related items.