2016 Peugeot 108 1.0L Petrol · DL65 BUW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding mechanical wear and component degradation. While it passed its most recent test in January 2026 at 88,159 miles, the tester identified multiple defects that were not present in previous years. The presence of corroded brake pipes on both nearside and offside rear, further obscured by grease, suggests a lack of proactive preventative maintenance or an attempt to mask surface-level corrosion prior to the inspection. The mileage profile of 88,159 miles over ten years reflects an average of approximately 8,800 miles per annum, which is consistent with typical UK driving patterns. However, there is a significant jump in usage between December 2022 and January 2025, where the car covered over 20,000 miles in just two years. This period of heavy use correlates with the failure in January 2025, where both rear service brakes were found to be excessively binding, indicating that the increased mileage has placed higher strain on the vehicle's braking system and related components. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear braking system and front assembly. The January 2026 failure noted a noisy offside front wheel bearing which requires immediate attention to prevent eventual seizure or excessive hub heat. Furthermore, the corroded rear brake pipes must be inspected for structural integrity, as the grease mentioned in the record often hides the depth of the rust pitting. The buyer should also check for uneven wear on the rear brake discs to ensure the binding issues reported in 2025 have been properly rectified rather than merely cleaned.