2016 Peugeot 3008 1.6L Diesel · CM16 ELT

Repeated failures on the offside front drive shaft constant velocity boot, which split and failed inspections in both September 2025 and September 2023, point to a recurring vulnerability in the outer joint assembly. This component defect was rectified for the latest test on 2026-09-02, which resulted in a pass after the initial refusal. Alongside this repeated drivetrain rubber failure, the MOT history reveals a persistent trend of inner edge tyre wear across the front axle, appearing repeatedly in the 2024 and 2025 records alongside thinning front brake pads and discs noted in early 2024. With 46,268 miles accumulated over its ten-year lifespan, the vehicle averages roughly 4,627 miles annually, representing a relatively low usage profile. This lower mileage accumulation has not resulted in extended testing gaps, as the vehicle has maintained a consistent annual MOT schedule with multiple tests conducted in certain years. While lower mileage often reduces the overall fatigue on major drivetrain components, the concentration of failures on specific rubber boots and tyres indicates that age-related degradation and steering geometry alignment require as much scrutiny as high-mileage wear. During the pre-purchase inspection and test drive, the prospective buyer must thoroughly examine the front axle for residual signs of grease leakage around the newly fitted offside outer constant velocity boot and listen closely for clicking or snapping noises when executing tight turns at full lock. Given the history of inner edge tyre wear, check the front tyre tread depths across the full width of the contact patch and look for any steering pull or uneven tracking on a straight stretch of road. Additionally, inspect the remaining thickness on the front brake discs and pads to determine if the wear noted in earlier tests has progressed to replacement stage. Further diligence should be applied to the electrical systems following the 2024 failure involving an inoperative position lamp, verifying that all exterior lighting operates correctly. Check the suspension components and steering linkages for excessive play while the vehicle is stationary or raised, as uneven tyre wear often traces back to fatigued bushes or minor misalignment. Reviewing the physical condition of these specific components during a thorough road test will confirm whether the previous MOT advisories and rectifications have been fully resolved.