2012 Peugeot 3008 1.6L Diesel · DM03 LAB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the MOT history reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. The most recent test in October 2025 at 113,474 miles resulted in a pass following an initial failure due to a defective nearside rear stop lamp and a perished offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover. While the owner addressed these specific faults to achieve compliance, the recurring nature of suspension and braking issues suggests that components are only replaced once they reach failure thresholds. At 113,474 miles over 14 years, the car averages approximately 8,100 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a family vehicle of this age. The record shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 8,600 miles covered between the October 2023 and October 2024 tests. This steady mileage indicates the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, though the age of the car means that de-facto degradation of rubber components and metal surfaces is inevitable across the chassis. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the record shows persistent issues with track rod end ball joints and lower suspension arm bushes spanning from 2023 to 2024. The tester previously noted play in the ball joints at 104,815 miles, which can affect steering precision and cause uneven tyre wear if not monitored. Furthermore, the history of pitted and scored front brake discs in 2023 and 2024 suggests that the owner may be delaying brake service, requiring the buyer to verify the current state of the discs and pads for excessive thinning or uneven wear. The engine bay should be checked for the "not excessive" oil leak identified in 2023 to ensure it has not developed into a more significant fault. Given the failure of the anti-roll bar dust cover in 2025, a physical check of all rubber boots and CV joints is necessary to look for cracking or grease leakage. While the vehicle currently passes without advisories, the trend of recurring minor mechanical failures indicates that the front end assembly is nearing the end of its service life for various wear-related components.