2016 Peugeot 108 1.0L Petrol · DF66 EEO

The mechanical profile of this 2016 Peugeot 108 is shaped by a consistent run of pass certificates, but the recurring nature of specific component advisories over consecutive test cycles suggests an underlying wear pattern that warrants careful attention. Across eight recorded tests from 2019 to March 2026, the vehicle has passed every inspection, yet the advisory entries reveal a developing trend around brake discs, anti-roll bar mountings, rear tyres, and the underbody brake pipework. The most recent test on 16 March 2026 produced only a single advisory for slight cracking and damage to both rear tyres, indicating the tyre sidewall degradation flagged repeatedly from 2024 onwards has not yet crossed into a fail threshold but remains a recurring characteristic of the vehicle. The pattern of issues appearing across multiple annual tests rather than resolving cleanly suggests that some of these wear items are being noted as they progress gradually rather than being rectified at their first appearance. Recorded mileage stands at 66,239 miles over ten years, equating to an annual accumulation of around 6,624 miles per year, which sits within the expected band for an urban-focused city car of this age and class. The mileage progression between test dates appears consistent and steady, with no sudden jumps that would suggest towing, heavy motorway use, or possible clocking concerns. Test intervals have been maintained on a roughly annual basis throughout the recorded history, including through the 2020 period, indicating the vehicle has remained in active service rather than being laid up for extended periods. For a car of this size and likely operating environment, this rate of use should produce proportionate wear on consumables and suspension components, and the advisory history aligns broadly with what would be anticipated for a vehicle covering typical mixed urban mileage. The brake disc advisories recorded at the 2022 test, noting pitting and scoring on both front discs, are worth investigating on a physical inspection, as the wear may have progressed in the intervening four years. On a test drive, listen for any rotational rumble or vibration through the brake pedal when slowing from moderate speed, as this typically indicates disc lipping or hot spots, and check for judder under light pedal application. The front anti-roll bar pin and bush advisories from March 2025 point to worn drop link or bush material; listen for clonking noises from the front end over speed bumps or during direction changes, and feel for any vagueness or delay in turn-in response. The nearside brake pipe advisory specifically noted corrosion with grease or material contamination on the front-to-rear run, which is a structural and safety-relevant item that should be visually inspected for any active rust bleeding, surface pitting, or flaking beneath any coating on a ramp examination, as corroded brake pipes can ultimately fail the MOT on structural integrity grounds. The rear tyre perishing advisories appearing across the 2024, 2025, and 2026 tests confirm a chronic sidewall degradation issue on this vehicle, likely related to age of the rubber compound and UV exposure rather than mileage wear. During a physical inspection, examine both rear tyres closely for cracking in the sidewall grooves, between tread blocks, and around the bead area, as perishing of this nature can progress to the point where cords become exposed and the tyre becomes illegal regardless of tread depth. Given that the same advisory has appeared three years consecutively, replacement of both rear tyres prior to purchase would be a prudent measure. Finally, request confirmation of any recent replacement of the front brake discs and pads, as the 2022 advisory was issued nearly four years ago, and confirm the anti-roll bar components flagged in 2025 have been addressed, as these advisories tend to progress rather than stabilise once components reach their wear threshold.