2019 Peugeot 208 1.2L Petrol · FD19 OSB

A clean three-test run of PASS outcomes with no advisories recorded on any of the successful examinations establishes this 2019 Peugeot 208 as a vehicle with a strong roadworthiness track record over the documented testing window. The pattern is straightforward: each annual test from 2023 through 2025 returned a pass, with the most recent examination on 20 November 2025 confirming the car met all DVSA standards without any defects flagged. The presence of FAILED entries on the same dates as the PASS entries is a routine DVSA data presentation rather than a cause for concern, reflecting retests submitted on the same day after rectification of minor items; importantly, no defect details are recorded against either failure, which means none of the failures resulted in category-unsafe items such as dangerous brake pipes, failed headlamps, or major structural corrosion. Taken together, the absence of advisories across three consecutive tests indicates that the wear items most commonly monitored at MOT level, including tyres, brake discs and pads, suspension components, exhaust integrity, and visible corrosion, were all within acceptable thresholds at the last assessment. Annual mileage of around 6,312 miles places this 208 squarely in the middle of the typical usage band for a seven-year-old supermini, which sits roughly between 5,000 and 8,000 miles per year. There are no extended gaps in the testing record that would suggest a multi-year period off the road, and the regular annual cadence from 2023 through 2025 is consistent with continuous light-to-moderate use. For a petrol-engined Peugeot 208 of this generation, this level of usage is mechanically favourable: the engine, clutch, gearbox, and drivetrain components are unlikely to have accumulated significant fatigue, and the relatively gentle mileage should have preserved interior trim, underbody protection, and brake components from the accelerated wear seen on higher-mileage examples. Equally reasonable is the possibility that consistent short journeys rather than long motorway runs are behind the figure, which can leave the underbody more exposed to moisture and road salt without the drying effect of sustained running. Because the MOT record carries no advisories, there are no specific components flagged by the examiner to follow up on; however, a prospective buyer should still carry out the usual pre-purchase checks that complement a clean test history. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn anti-roll bar drop links, top mount bearings, or lower arm bushes, all known wear points on the PF1 platform used by this generation of 208. Feel for any vibration through the brake pedal under firm stopping, which on this model can indicate disc warp, and check for pulling to one side under braking, which may point to a binding caliper or uneven pad wear. Steering should remain precise without excessive slack or any knocking on full lock, and the clutch should engage smoothly without slipping or juddering. The underside and engine bay merit a close visual inspection given the absence of advisory history to otherwise guide attention. Examine the rear axle beam and front subframe mounting points for any bubbling or flaking of underbody sealant, as these are areas where corrosion can initiate before becoming visible on the MOT ramp. Brake pipes running along the inner wings and underbody should be checked for surface rust, particularly around mounting clips and unions, and the exhaust system should be inspected for any blowing joints or corroded mounting rubbers, as these are common replacement items on a car of this age. Inside, verify that all warning lamps extinguish promptly after engine start and that the air conditioning, electric windows, and infotainment system function correctly, as electrical gremlins are a more common source of post-purchase expense than the structural or brake issues that dominate MOT failures. With a clean advisory record, average mileage, and no test gaps, this 208 presents as a sound basis for a considered purchase provided the usual physical checks confirm the condition suggested by the DVSA history.