2014 Peugeot 2008 1.6L Diesel · DS14 HBX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a minor regression into recurring electrical faults. The most recent test on 8 May 2026 at 79,809 miles yielded a pass despite an inoperative nearside registration plate lamp and a defective offside headlamp lens. These issues mirror the failures recorded in May 2023, suggesting that the owner only addresses lighting and electrical components when prompted by an MOT test failure rather than performing preventative maintenance on minor exterior bulbs. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,650 miles per year. Between May 2023 (58,736 miles) and May 2026 (79,809 miles), the car covered 21,073 miles, which aligns with typical annual usage expectations. This steady usage rate suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which often leads to seized brakes or perished seals, though it also means that components like rubber bushes and suspension are subject to standard age-related wear. A buyer should specifically inspect the offside drive shaft constant velocity boot, as a split boot caused a failure in 2023. While the vehicle has passed since, grease leakage from torn boots leads to premature joint failure if not replaced immediately. The 2024 advisory regarding thin front brake pads at 64,688 miles indicates that consumables are reaching the end of their life cycle; a physical check of the remaining pad thickness and disc surface is necessary to ensure glazing has occurred. Given the recurring lighting defects, a thorough check of the wiring and headlamp housing is advised to ensure no deeper corrosion exists beyond simple blown bulbs.