2017 Peugeot 208 1.2L Petrol · FA66 FHJ
2017 Peugeot 208 (1.2L, petrol). First registered 16 Feb 2017. Recorded mileage 68,341 miles. MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 208
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,341 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FA66 FHJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/09/2026
- 68,341 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FA66 FHJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Peugeot 208 (FA66 FHJ) between February 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
FA66 FHJ Mileage History
- 14/02/202456,874 mi
- 24/09/202457,126 mi+252 mi
- 15/09/202561,791 mi+4,665 mi
- 12/09/202668,340 mi+6,549 mi
- 12/09/202668,341 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 4,451 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Peugeot 208 (Gen 1)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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