2014 Peugeot 2008 1.2L Petrol · CE14 UER

The 2014 Peugeot 2008 is currently roadworthy, with the most recent MOT on 2025-11-11 at 66,258 miles recording no defects. However, the vehicle’s MOT history reveals inconsistencies, including two failed tests on 2024-12-11 and 2024-11-27 at identical mileages of 62,927 and 62,902 miles, respectively, with no defects noted. This suggests potential administrative errors or unrecorded remedial work. Despite this, the absence of critical failures in the last 12 months indicates a stable maintenance trend, assuming the 2025 test reflects accurate compliance. The vehicle’s mileage of 66,258 miles over 12 years equates to approximately 5,522 miles annually, significantly below the UK average for its age. This low usage may reduce wear on consumables like tyres and brake pads but could also imply prolonged inactivity, risking fluid degradation or component stiffness. Notably, the MOT records lack entries between 2023-11-30 (58,341 miles) and 2024-11-27 (62,902 miles), a gap of 4,561 miles spanning 12 months. Such a pause in testing raises questions about the vehicle’s operational history, particularly if it was stored or driven infrequently during this period. A buyer should inspect the suspension system for aged bushes or coil springs, as low mileage can mask wear in these components. The absence of brake-related defects in recent tests is reassuring, but the 2024 failures—though unrecorded—warrant scrutiny of the braking mechanism for binding calipers or uneven disc wear. Structural corrosion should also be checked, as prolonged inactivity may accelerate rust in underbody areas. No advisories on exhaust emissions or body integrity were noted, but the sparse MOT data limits confidence in the vehicle’s long-term mechanical health.