2019 Peugeot 5008 1.2L Petrol · CA69 FEO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the MOT history indicates a clear deterioration trend in the rear suspension, specifically concerning the bushings and springs. The most recent test on 2026-05-07 at 51,067 miles was a PASSED, yet the 2025-01-13 test at 41,103 miles revealed the same rear bearing bushings to be severely deteriorated and likely leaking. This indicates that the previous owner skipped basic maintenance on the rear suspension, leading to a progressive failure of the suspension components over the last two years. The lack of a recent MOT on the rear suspension bushings is a critical red flag, as it suggests that the vehicle has not undergone a full service interval for this specific component, which could lead to catastrophic failure in the future. The mileage pattern is characterized by a significant gap between the 2025-01-13 test at 41,103 miles and the 2026-05-07 test at 51,067 miles, with no further MOTs recorded after the 2025-12-18 test. This gap represents a period of stagnation where the vehicle accumulated only 10,000 miles without any maintenance intervention, creating a high risk of wear on the drivetrain and suspension. While the overall mileage is within typical ranges for a 7-year-old vehicle, the absence of recent maintenance checks on critical components like the rear suspension bushings and the lack of a MOT on the 2026-05-07 test suggest that the vehicle is in a state of potential imminent breakdown due to accumulated wear rather than mechanical failure. A buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and mechanical risks, particularly focusing on the rear suspension bushings, brake discs, and exhaust emissions. The 2023-01-17 test at 23,803 miles flagged a constant velocity boot with a slight leak, indicating that the drivetrain may need to be inspected for internal wear or corrosion. Given the recent MOT failures on the rear suspension and the lack of a MOT on the 2026-05-07 test, the vehicle is not roadworthy and requires immediate professional assessment to determine if the issue is a consumable wear item or a serious structural defect.