2012 Peugeot 208 1.4L Diesel · EX62 OVN

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT on September 3 2025 at 76,689 miles. While the history shows a consistent record of passing, the recurring pattern of immediate failures followed by instant passes in both 2024 and 2025 suggests a reactive maintenance approach rather than proactive upkeep. The tester failing the vehicle indicates that the owner addresses faults only when prompted by legislation rather than following a preventative service schedule. At 14 years old, the recorded 76,689 miles represent significantly low usage, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual intervals of roughly 7,000 to 8,000 miles between August 2023 and 2025. This low-intensity usage generally suggests less wear on the engine and drivetrain components, though long periods of standing can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber-based components or fluid acidity which the MOT test does not always fully capture. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the components that typically trigger short-notice failures on older vehicles. Since the record does not list specific mechanical reasons for the failures in 2024 and 2025, the issues likely involved minor items such as light bulbs, wiper blades, or tyre depth. Given the vehicle's age and low mileage, a thorough check for corrosion on the suspension mounts and exhaust system is essential, as low mileage does not protect against environmental structural rust. Inspect the brake discs for pitting or glazing to ensure the low usage has not resulted in prolonged periods of inactivity.