2022 Peugeot 208 Active Premium Ptech S/S A 1.2L Petrol · CE22 LSL

The most recent DVSA examination on 25 March 2026 resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating the vehicle met the minimum statutory roadworthiness requirements at the time of test. The earlier entry on the same date showing a fail with no recorded defects is unusual and most likely represents an administrative re-test outcome rather than a mechanical issue; in practice, failures with no defect text commonly indicate a refusal to issue a certificate for non-mechanical reasons such as a missing or invalid emissions plate, incorrect tyre fitment, or documentation irregularities, and a re-test was successfully completed the same day. The 2025 entry follows an identical pattern, with a fail and an immediate pass on the same date, again without recorded defects. Across the most recent two test cycles the vehicle has therefore achieved a clean pass with no advisory items and no repeat advisories, which suggests a stable and well-maintained condition with no developing trends in specific component wear such as brakes, suspension, or exhaust emissions. With a recorded mileage of 22,012 miles over a four-year period, the vehicle has covered approximately 5,500 miles per annum, which is significantly below the national average. Such low annual mileage reduces wear on high-cost mechanical items such as clutch components, brake friction material, and drivetrain internals, but it can introduce its own set of age-related concerns. Long periods of standing or short journeys with insufficient engine warm-up can lead to moisture accumulation in the engine oil, condensation in the exhaust system, corrosion on brake discs where pads do not fully release, and gradual degradation of fluids that rely on regular circulation to remain effective. The MOT record does not show any abnormally large mileage gaps, but the buyer should be mindful that calendar ageing of components will have occurred regardless of odometer reading. Given the absence of recorded advisories and the very low usage profile, particular physical attention should be paid to items that deteriorate with time rather than mileage. Tyres should be inspected closely for sidewall perishing, cracking, and any flat-spotting from prolonged standing, even if the tread depth appears adequate, and the production date code on the sidewall should be checked to confirm the tyres are not older than five or six years. The 12V battery should be tested for its state of health, as batteries left partially discharged or used only for infrequent short journeys frequently fail without warning, and the underside of the vehicle should be examined for any surface corrosion on the brake discs, suspension arms, and underbody protection consistent with a car that has not been regularly driven in wet or salted conditions. Brake calipers should be checked for binding by ensuring the wheel rotates freely by hand and that the pads retract fully, and the brake fluid should be tested for moisture content, as this hygroscopic fluid typically requires replacement every two years regardless of mileage. On a test drive, the buyer should listen for any suspension clunks or knocks over uneven surfaces, which would indicate perished bushes or weakened coil springs common on lightly used urban vehicles, and pay attention to any brake shudder or vibration through the steering wheel under gentle application, which may reveal disc corrosion. The engine should be allowed sufficient time to reach full operating temperature, after which any unusual smells of coolant, oil, or unburnt fuel should be noted, and the exhaust should be observed for excessive smoke on start-up that could indicate oil or coolant ingress from seals degraded by infrequent use. The service history should be verified to confirm that time-based items such as engine oil and filter, brake fluid, coolant, and cabin pollen filter have been replaced at the appropriate calendar intervals, as these items are critical on a low-mileage vehicle where the annual mileage alone would not have triggered a mileage-based service schedule.