2014 Peugeot 208 1.4L Diesel · CX14 SXM

The vehicle's recent MOT history suggests a worsening trend in mechanical maintenance, despite the most recent pass in April 2026. While the car passed its latest test at 85,624 miles, the record shows a failure just five days prior at 85,621 miles. This recent failure involved a binding nearside rear service brake and a non-functional windscreen washer, indicating that minor consumables and braking components are being neglected until they reach a failure threshold. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for a 12-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 85,624 miles, averaging roughly 7,135 miles per year. The data shows steady progression from 74,232 miles in April 2024 to 81,112 miles in April 2025, and finally 85,624 miles in April 2026. This steady climb suggests regular road use rather than long periods of inactivity, which helps mitigate some risks associated with seized components, though the recent braking issues contradict this. A prospective buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The MOT record shows a recurring issue with worn suspension arm pins or bushes on both the nearside and offside front, flagged in April 2024, April 2026, and during the April 2026 failure. Furthermore, the tester identified worn and pitted front brake discs in April 2026, following a binding rear brake issue earlier that same month. These repeated faults suggest that while repairs are being made to pass the test, the underlying wear in the chassis and braking components is not being proactively managed. Structural integrity also warrants close attention. The April 2024 test recorded corrosion on the rear sub-frame and both coils of the rear coil spring. Although these were not noted as serious weaknesses at that time, the presence of corrosion on a vehicle of this age requires a physical inspection to ensure the degradation has not progressed. The split nearside front outer drive shaft CV boot noted in April 2025 also indicates that rubber components and drivetrain seals are reaching the end of their service life.