2012 Peugeot 208 1.2L Petrol · DF12 LSU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in November 2025 at 76,561 miles identified a non-excessive gearbox oil leak. While this did not cause a failure, it marks a shift from the clean record seen in late 2023. The history suggests a pattern where mechanical and peripheral faults are only addressed after they trigger an MOT failure. At fourteen years of age, the recorded mileage of 76,561 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. This low usage profile often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear-and-tear. Between December 2023 and November 2024, the car covered roughly 6,700 miles, yet this period saw multiple failures related to perished tyre rubber and damaged valve stems, which are typical of vehicles that sit for long periods or use aged tyres without being regularly driven. A buyer must inspect the nearside front brake system specifically, as the hose was previously flagged for being excessively twisted in 2024. Such conditions can lead to premature internal failure of the hose or restricted fluid flow. The gearbox oil leak noted in 2025 requires a close visual inspection to ensure it remains a minor seep and does not an active seal failure. Given the previous failures for perishing tyres and low tread depth, the current set of tyres should be checked for sidewall cracking and age, as low mileage often masks the hardening of rubber before the tread wears out.