2014 Peugeot 3008 1.6L Diesel · DA14 VNN

The vehicle shows a concerning trend of mechanical neglect despite its relatively low annual mileage. In the most recent test in November 2025 at 70,753 miles, the car failed due to multiple safety-critical defects. The tester flagged the offside and nearside front tyres for heavy inner wear, which typically indicates a significant wheel alignment issue or worn suspension components. Furthermore, a severely deteriorated nearside front inner drive shaft CV boot and a twisted front brake hose were identified. These faults suggest that the previous owner ignored progressive wear and tear until the vehicle reached a point of failure. The maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the car maintained a clean record between 2022 and 2023, the quality of upkeep deteriorated significantly in the later-related inspections. In December 2024 at 63,351 miles, the vehicle failed with a detached nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage which had damaged the drive shaft CV boot. The recurrence of CV boot issues and tyre wear in the 2025 test indicates that the underlying suspension geometry were not properly rectified. The average usage of approximately 5,900 miles per year is low for a Peugeot 3008, yet the record shows that rubber components and braking elements are suffering from age and neglected maintenance. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension and steering geometry to identify the cause of the rapid inner tyre wear. The drive shaft CV boot and brake hose require immediate replacement to prevent catastrophic mechanical failure of the gearbox or loss of braking pressure. Given the history of detached anti-roll bar links, the integrity of all remaining suspension bushes and mounting nuts should be verified for excessive play or corrosion. The low mileage does not offset the evidence of poor component management and deferred maintenance.