2015 Peugeot 108 1.0L Petrol · DL65 SYZ

The 2015 Peugeot 108 currently presents a stable mechanical condition, having passed its most recent MOT on 2025-11-21 at 76,850 miles with zero defects. This clean pass resolves the immediate failures from the previous day, where the tester flagged a serious offside rear shock absorber fluid leak and a below-minimum nearside front tyre. The maintenance trend is improving, as the owner clearly rectified the suspension leak and replaced the worn rubber before the successful re-test. However, the recurrence of shock absorber issues—evidenced by an oil misting advisory on the offside rear unit in November 2024—suggests ongoing wear in the damping components that requires monitoring. Covering roughly 6,986 miles per year, the vehicle's 76,850-mile total aligns perfectly with typical annual usage for an 11-year-old city car. The mileage progression is consistent and well-documented, showing no alarming gaps or sudden accumulations. Between November 2022 and November 2023, the car covered 6,868 miles, and it subsequently accumulated 6,523 miles by November 2024. The steady 6,523-mile jump to the November 2025 test indicates regular use rather than prolonged standing, which supports the mechanical integrity of the drivetrain and prevents the drying out of seals often seen on low-mileage vehicles. A buyer should inspect the front suspension and braking components closely before purchase. The repeated shock absorber defects, progressing from a light misting to a serious leak on the offside rear, point to a gradual deterioration of the damper seals. While the leak was fixed, the underlying wear pattern suggests the nearside unit may fail next. The braking system also demands scrutiny. In November 2023 at 63,128 miles, the tester flagged worn, pitted front brake discs and thinning pads, consumable wear that a previous owner likely addressed, yet the corrosion on all brake pipes covered in grease from November 2024 raises concerns about long-term structural integrity. That grease application often masks active corrosion, so a physical inspection of the pipe surfaces is essential. Finally, the persistent advisories regarding front tyre wear, particularly on the edges, hint at possible wheel alignment issues or aggressive cornering habits that have taken a toll on the rubber over multiple test cycles.