2012 Peugeot 208 1.4L Petrol · CK62 HLC

The vehicle’s most recent MOT, recorded on 2024‑04‑10 at 107 455 miles, achieved a pass but only with an advisory on nearside front tyre wear close to the legal limit. The preceding test on 2024‑04‑03 had failed due to an exhaust leak, mirror damage, insufficient washer fluid, and an inoperative engine MIL. The history shows a clear deteriorating trend: early years (2016‑2018) displayed only minor advisories, whereas later entries (2020‑2024) repeatedly flag brake‑pad thinning, disc wear, exhaust bracket failure, mirror damage, lighting faults and engine warnings. The pattern indicates that the car’s mechanical condition has progressively worsened rather than stabilised or improved. Mileage accumulation has been steady at roughly 7 700 miles per year, reaching 107 455 miles over 14 years, which is typical for a 2012 model. The recorded gaps are notable: the last valid MOT dates back to April 2024, leaving the vehicle untested for more than two years. Prior to that, the interval between tests varied from a few days to a year, but the mileage rise per year has not shown any abnormal spikes. The dataset is relatively complete up to 2024, but the absence of a recent test means the current roadworthiness cannot be confirmed. A buyer should inspect the front tyres for wear at the legal limit and any sidewall damage, check rear brake pads for excessive thinning, and examine front brake pads and discs for wear below 1.5 mm and pitting. The rear exhaust system should be inspected for bracket breakage and gas leaks, and the exhaust mounting examined for defects. Mirrors—both obligatory and non‑obligatory—must be verified for damage affecting rear visibility. Lighting circuits require verification of headlamp aim, position lamp operation, registration plate lamp functionality and side repeater lens integrity. The active engine MIL should be diagnosed for underlying faults, and wiper performance checked for smearing. Finally, suspension bushes should be assessed given the tyre wear pattern, and any signs of corrosion or rust on the chassis inspected.