2023 Peugeot 508 1.2L Petrol · CJ72 KFG

The vehicle holds a current MOT certificate issued on 28 February 2026 at 35,490 miles, which remains valid until late February 2027. The maintenance trend appears stable but warrants attention. The most recent test passed without any major structural or mechanical failures, yet the tester flagged three separate advisories. Both front windscreen wiper blades were defective, indicating basic consumable upkeep was overlooked at the time of testing. Rear brake pads were also wearing thin, a condition that has likely progressed further in the four months since the test. None of these items suggest a serious underlying fault, but they point to a pattern where routine wear items were not addressed proactively before the inspection. The mileage pattern is straightforward and unremarkable. At roughly 11,830 miles per year, the annual distance covered sits squarely within the typical range for a three-year-old vehicle. There are no sudden jumps or suspicious gaps in the recorded data, and the single recorded test at 35,490 miles aligns with steady, consistent use. The record is sparse, with only one test entry available, so longer-term trends cannot be established from this snapshot alone. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the rear braking system. The advisory for thin rear brake pads at the most recent test means these components are likely already at or below the service limit by now. Check the thickness of the rear pads and the condition of the corresponding brake discs for scoring or lipping. Inspect the handbrake operation as well, since rear brake advisories on this model can sometimes point to a binding caliper or seized handbrake mechanism rather than simple pad wear alone. Beyond the brakes, verify that the wiper blades have been replaced since the February test, and operate the wash-wipe system to confirm the linkage and motor are functioning smoothly. With only one MOT on record, a thorough underbody inspection is advisable. Look for corrosion on suspension mounting points, subframes, and along the sills, as well as checking the condition of suspension bushes and coil springs. A short test drive will reveal any imbalance or pulling under braking, which would confirm whether the rear brake issue was purely consumable wear or something more involved.