2019 Peugeot 3008 1.5L Diesel · DF04 GLO

The most recent MOT test on 24 February 2026 resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, which immediately followed a fail on the previous day. That earlier failure contained two notable items: a Major defect for an Engine MIL inoperative or indicating a malfunction, and a Dangerous defect for a fractured offside front anti-roll bar linkage. The fact that the vehicle was presented again the very next day and passed cleanly suggests the anti-roll bar drop link was replaced and any underlying emissions or engine management fault was rectified to a satisfactory standard, though it is prudent to confirm with the seller what specific repairs were carried out and whether any diagnostic trouble codes were cleared. Looking at the broader trajectory, the 2024 test recorded advisories for nearside rear tyre wear and both front and rear brake pad wear approaching their service limit, while the 2023 test flagged worn front inner suspension arm pins or bushes along with brake pad wear across both axles. This indicates a progressive pattern of consumable wear on the braking and suspension systems rather than any sudden or recurring structural concern, and the clean pass at the most recent test demonstrates that the advisories have been addressed as the vehicle has reached higher mileage. With 79,205 miles recorded over approximately seven years, the Peugeot 3008 is averaging around 11,315 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and segment. There are no conspicuous gaps in usage or rapid mileage accumulation that would suggest the odometer reading is unreliable, and the consistent year-on-year test entries provide a coherent mileage trail. At this level of use, the mechanical focus should rightly turn to wear items such as the braking system, suspension bushes, engine and gearbox oil service intervals, and exhaust mounting integrity. The vehicle should not be considered low mileage, and it is reasonable to expect that further replacement of consumable components will be required in the near future. Given the advisory history pointing to front suspension arm pin or bush wear, a prospective buyer should pay close attention during a test drive to any clonks, knocks, or vague knocking noises emanating from the front end when traversing speed humps, rough road surfaces, or during sharp low-speed steering inputs. Uneven or feathered tyre wear, particularly on the inner or outer edges of the front tyres, would be a strong indicator that the bushes or anti-roll bar linkages have continued to deteriorate since the last advisory. The previous fracture of the offside front anti-roll bar linkage is significant because this component directly influences body roll and handling stability, and any recurrence of looseness or rattling over uneven surfaces should be treated seriously. It is also worth visually inspecting the inner surfaces of the front tyres for uneven wear patterns and asking for evidence of when the front suspension components were last replaced. For the braking system, the recurring advisories across both 2023 and 2024 suggest that the pads have been operating near their service limit, and a physical inspection of pad thickness and disc condition is highly advisable. On a test drive, listen for brake squeal, watch for any pulling to one side under heavy braking, and feel for shudder or vibration through the steering wheel which would indicate disc warpage, particularly as the discs accumulate mileage and are subjected to the British climate. Beyond the items recorded on the MOT, a buyer of a seven-year-old vehicle with typical mileage should also check the condition of all tyres for sidewall perishing and cracking due to age rather than tread wear, verify the age and state of charge of the 12V battery, and confirm that brake fluid, coolant, and transmission fluid have been replaced in line with calendar-based service intervals regardless of mileage. Inspect the underbody and wheel arches for any corrosion, confirm the service book is fully stamped, and ask for evidence of cambelt or timing chain service history as appropriate to the engine variant fitted to this Peugeot 3008.