2015 Peugeot 208 1.0L Petrol · EF15 WLP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning reliance on reactive tyre management. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 81,653 miles passed, the tester flagged an offside front tyre worn to the legal limit with uneven edge wear. This follows a pattern seen in October 2024 where the car failed the test due to multiple critical tyre defects, including a structural bulge on the nearside front and a deep cut on the nearside rear. This suggests the owner consistently ignores tyre condition until an MOT failure occurs. At 81,653 miles over eleven years, the Peugeot has averaged approximately 7,400 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for its age. The mileage accumulation is steady, with roughly 3,100 miles miles driven between the October 2023 and October 2024 tests. This consistent usage suggests the engine and drivetrain have not faced excessive stress, but the recurring tyre-related failures indicate a lack of proactive preventative maintenance, as components are only addressed once they fail inspection. A buyer must inspect the front alignment and suspension geometry, as the repeated reports of uneven tyre wear on the offside front often point to worn suspension bushes, faulty control arms, or incorrect tracking. The failure of the nearside headlamp in 2023 was a simple bulb issue, but the overall electrical system should be checked for similar intermittent faults. Given the age of the vehicle, a physical inspection for structural corrosion on the underbody and checking of the brake lines is essential, as the MOT record does not detail the structural integrity beyond the basic pass requirements.