2018 Peugeot 2008 1.2L Petrol · DY68 EPA

The 2018 Peugeot 2008 presents as a mechanically borderline vehicle with a worsening maintenance trend. The most recent MOT, conducted on 2026-06-12 at 96,841 miles, passed but carried eight separate advisories. Several of these point to active deterioration rather than minor wear. The Offside Front Outer Drive shaft constant velocity boot is severely deteriorated, risking joint contamination and eventual driveshaft failure. Both rear axle swivel pins and bushes are worn, indicating suspension fatigue consistent with the vehicle's high mileage. A clonk from the steering with no visible play suggests possible inner track rod or lower suspension component wear requiring further diagnosis. The front exhaust silencer bracket is worn and the rear heat shield is loose, both of which could worsen if left unaddressed. The Nearside Front tyre was recorded at 2.8mm, dangerously close to the 1.6mm legal minimum. Taken together, the June 2026 test reveals a car that is passing its MOT but accumulating defects at a faster rate than in previous years. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story. Between June 2023 at 62,834 miles and June 2026 at 96,841 miles, the vehicle covered 34,007 miles in three years, averaging over 11,300 miles annually. This is well above the typical UK average and points to sustained high-speed or long-distance use, which accelerates wear on suspension bushes, brake components, drivetrain joints, and consumables. The gap between the June 2025 test at 86,512 miles and the June 2026 test at 96,841 miles alone accounts for 10,329 miles in twelve months. The 2025 test recorded zero defects, making the jump to eight advisories in 2026 all the more significant. A clean bill of health one year ago does not guarantee current condition given the pace of use since. Buyers should focus their physical inspection on the front offside driveshaft boot, which is the most urgent item. A split or severely deteriorated CV boot will allow grease to escape and water to ingress, leading to joint wear and a costly repair. The rear axle swivel pin and bush wear flagged on both sides suggests the rear suspension has absorbed considerable stress. Inspect for play at the rear wheels and listen for knocking over rough surfaces. The steering clonk demands a thorough check of inner track rod ends, drop links, and front lower arm bushes. Examine the front exhaust silencer bracket and rear heat shield for secure mounting. Brake condition also warrants attention. The June 2024 test flagged a corroded Nearside Rear brake disc, and while this was not re-advised in 2026, high-mileage use means disc and pad condition should be verified with a physical check rather than relying solely on the record. Tyre wear is a recurring theme across multiple tests. The vehicle failed its June 2023 MOT on all four tyres and has repeatedly returned advisories for tread depth and uneven edge wear on the front axle. This pattern suggests possible tracking misalignment, aggressive driving, or neglected tyre rotation. Any buyer should check current tread depth across all four tyres and inspect for inner edge wear on the fronts, which would confirm ongoing alignment issues. The combination of worn suspension bushes, a deteriorating driveshaft boot, and persistent tyre wear points to a vehicle that has been driven hard and not maintained to a meticulous standard. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic is strongly recommended before committing to this purchase.