2020 Peugeot 5008 1.2L Petrol · EU69 FSN

The most recent DVSA examination on 22 July 2026 recorded a clean pass with no advisories or defects, which is a positive indicator at face value. However, when reviewing the recent trajectory, the overall maintenance pattern shows a worsening trend that has now been rectified. In 2025 the vehicle attracted advisories for an oil leak, a nail in the nearside rear tyre, and a minor underinflation issue, while the 2024 test recorded rear brake pad wear, rear brake disc pitting, and another oil leak advisory. More significantly, the vehicle was subject to a Dangerous failure in February 2023 due to excessively worn front brake pads, a significantly worn front brake disc, and both front tyres presenting tread depths below the legal 1.6mm threshold. Although the current pass is reassuring, the recurrence of brake and tyre defects across the timeline suggests these consumables have been allowed to deteriorate to a hazardous state previously, and any prospective purchaser should be vigilant regarding component condition. The recorded mileage of 73,263 miles over six years equates to approximately 12,210 miles per annum, which is notably above the national average for a vehicle of this age. Higher annual usage accelerates wear on consumable components such as brake pads and discs, tyres, clutches (if applicable), and drivetrain items, as well as placing greater demand on the engine and associated ancillary systems such as the turbocharger, cooling system, and electrical components. The DVSA mileage data indicates a relatively consistent pattern of accumulation with no prolonged periods of standing, which is positive in terms of avoiding corrosion from inactivity or fluid degradation from lack of use. Nevertheless, the elevated mileage places this Peugeot 5008 firmly in the territory where preventive maintenance of major service items, including timing belt or chain inspection, suspension components, and engine mountings, should be prioritised. The recurring oil leak advisory, noted in both 2024 and 2025, warrants close physical inspection beneath the bonnet and underneath the vehicle. Oil leaks on the Peugeot 5008 1.2 PureTech or 1.5 BlueHDi powertrains can originate from cam cover gaskets, sump seals, oil filter housing, or, on higher-mileage examples, more serious internal sealing issues. The buyer should look for fresh oil residue on the engine block and undertray, check the oil level and condition via the dipstick, and inspect for any blue exhaust smoke on start-up indicative of oil consumption. On a test drive, any increase in engine ticking noise, particularly when cold, or visible drips on the garage floor after standing would suggest the leak is active. Furthermore, given the high mileage, a compression test or at minimum a thorough diagnostic scan for stored fault codes relating to oil pressure or misfires would be prudent. The earlier Dangerous failure relating to front brake components and tyres indicates that these items should be thoroughly examined regardless of the clean 2026 result. Brake discs and pads can appear within legal tolerance yet be close to requiring replacement, particularly given the vehicle's annual mileage. On a test drive, the buyer should listen for any metallic grinding, squealing, or pulsing through the brake pedal, and feel for any vibration or pulling to one side under braking, which may suggest warped discs or binding calipers. The nearside rear tyre should be inspected for any residual damage from the previously recorded nail penetration, including sidewall bulging, and all four tyres should be checked for even wear patterns, age-related sidewall cracking or perishing given the vehicle's six-year service life, and minimum legal tread depth of 1.6mm across the central three-quarters. Additionally, with this mileage and age, the 12V battery health, brake fluid moisture content, coolant condition, and the integrity of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and anti-roll bar links should all be verified through a comprehensive pre-purchase inspection, ideally including a lift examination to assess corrosion on underbody components, exhaust integrity, and the condition of the rear brake discs which were previously flagged as pitted.