2022 Peugeot 3008 1.5L Diesel · CF22 EBC

The defining mechanical event in this Peugeot 3008's recorded history is a single Major failure on 15 December 2025, immediately followed by a clean Pass the next day on 16 December 2025. The Major defect concerned the offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover, recorded under item 5.3.4 (b) (ii) as no longer preventing the ingress of dirt. A torn or perished dust cover on an anti-roll bar linkage does not in itself condemn the joint, but it allows water, grit, and road salt to penetrate the bearing surface, accelerating wear in the joint itself and potentially in the connected anti-roll bar drop link. The fact that the vehicle passed the following day indicates the component was renewed or the cover was renewed and a re-inspection confirmed compliance, but the underlying joint wear that caused the perished cover may have already begun, particularly given the front tyre edge wear advisories that appear across the same test cycle. The remaining record is otherwise uneventful, with the June 2025 test returning a straightforward Pass and only the same pair of front tyre wear advisories already noted above. Mileage stands at 21,543 miles across a vehicle that is approximately four years old, which equates to an annual accumulation of around 5,386 miles per year. That figure is on the lower side for a family SUV of this age and points to either predominantly urban and short-journey use, extended periods of standing between uses, or a combination of both. Low annual mileage of this kind typically produces particular mechanical consequences: the brake discs and pads are more prone to surface corrosion through lack of regular sustained use, the 12V battery suffers reduced service life if the vehicle is left standing for prolonged intervals without a maintenance charger, and tyres can develop flat spots or uneven wear patterns due to prolonged static loading. The fact that all four tyres were flagged as worn close to the legal limit at the December 2025 test, despite the low overall mileage, suggests uneven or edge-biased wear consistent with kerbing, alignment drift, or extended standing rather than high-mileage consumption. For a prospective buyer, the priority mechanical checks on this 3008 should centre on the front anti-roll bar linkage and its surrounding suspension components. With the offside front ball joint dust cover already having failed, the joint itself should be inspected for any play, roughness, or lack of free movement when the wheel is loaded and unloaded by hand. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the suspension over speed humps, potholes, and uneven B-road surfaces, particularly from the front offside corner, and feel for any vagueness or rattle through the steering wheel during direction changes. The front and rear tracking should also be assessed, as the consistent edge wear on all four tyres points to a possible geometry issue or to suspension bushes that have settled unevenly through standing. The braking system warrants particular scrutiny given the low-mileage profile. With only 21,543 miles recorded, the original front discs are likely still fitted and should be inspected for lipping, scoring, or severe surface corrosion, particularly around the outer edge. On the road, the pedal should feel firm and progressive without excessive travel, and the vehicle should pull up in a straight line without steering pull to either side. Binding calipers are a known concern on lightly used vehicles and can manifest as a pulling sensation, uneven pad wear, or a hot wheel after driving. Finally, inspect the condition of all four sidewall and tread areas of the tyres themselves, including checking the production date stamps, as the advisory history suggests replacement is imminent regardless of remaining tread depth, and uneven inner or outer edge wear would confirm any suspension or geometry concerns before purchase is committed.