2022 Peugeot 208 GT Bluehdi S/S 1.5L Diesel · CV72 WFC

A relatively straightforward roadworthiness profile emerges from the limited DVSA record for this 2022 Peugeot 208 GT BlueHDi, with the single recorded test producing a simultaneous pass and fail outcome on the same date. The most recent test on 30 September 2025 was ultimately recorded as a pass with no advisories, suggesting that the three defects identified at the earlier inspection were rectified within the same visit. That said, the nature of those defects is worth scrutinising before committing to a purchase, as they touch on both safety equipment and lighting compliance. The absence of any prior tests means there is no longitudinal pattern to evaluate, so the mechanical story rests almost entirely on this single data point and the broader implications of its flagged components. With 27,203 miles recorded over the vehicle's four-year life, the annual mileage equates to around 6,801 miles per year, which sits squarely within the typical range for a modern diesel supermini of this age. This moderate usage pattern would generally be expected to preserve consumable condition, with brake discs, pads, tyres, and clutch components unlikely to have suffered heavy wear. However, diesel engines operated over predominantly short urban journeys can be prone to specific issues such as DPF accumulation, turbo carbon build-up, and EGR valve fouling, none of which MOT testing directly assesses but which a buyer should remain mindful of. The relatively low accumulated mileage combined with the diesel powertrain warrants particular attention to evidence of short-trip use during a viewing. The central rear seat belt buckle being recorded as missing and inaccessible beneath the seat is a particularly concerning defect from a roadworthiness perspective, as it represents a fundamental safety equipment failure that could indicate either a previous repair not completed to standard, an accessory such as a child seat being left installed, or even a structural issue with the seat mounting. Any prospective buyer should physically verify the rear seat belt buckle is present, latches securely, and retracts correctly, and should also confirm that all ISOFIX anchorages, where fitted, are accessible and undamaged. The two headlamp aim defects, recorded on both nearside and offside units, are commonly associated with suspension sag, incorrectly fitted replacement bulbs, or aftermarket lighting modifications, so it is worth inspecting the headlamp alignment under load with a driver seated in the vehicle, and confirming that no non-standard bulbs or LED conversions have been installed which could cause recurring aim problems. Beyond the specific flagged items, a test drive should focus on the symptoms commonly associated with the suspension geometry that influences headlamp aim, including any pulling to one side under braking, uneven tyre wear across the axle, or knocking noises from the front strut top mounts or rear torsion beam. The diesel drivetrain should be exercised from cold, with attention paid to excessive smoke on start-up, hesitant throttle response, or any warning lights relating to the emissions control system. Steering should be checked for free play and any clonking over speed humps, which would suggest worn drop links or anti-roll bar bushes, while the brakes should be tested for binding, pulling, or a soft pedal feel that might indicate perished rear flexible hoses or seized caliper slides given the vehicle's age.