2015 Peugeot 108 1.2L Petrol · FD65 ONG

Accumulating wear on consumable items and suspension joints defines the mechanical trajectory of this Peugeot 108, which most recently secured a pass on October 15, 2025, after initially failing due to an inoperative tyre pressure monitoring system and an ineffective windscreen wiper. While the vehicle managed a completely clean pass in late 2022, subsequent tests introduced recurring notes regarding front brake disc wear, deteriorating anti-roll bar linkages, and finally tyre degradation. This progression indicates a standard pattern of component fatigue rather than catastrophic structural failure, though it confirms that routine maintenance items have required intermittent rectification to maintain roadworthiness. With an odometer reading of 35,618 miles accumulated over approximately eleven years, the vehicle averages roughly 3,238 miles annually, placing it firmly in the low-mileage category for its age. This restricted usage profile means the car has spent considerable time either parked or undertaking short urban journeys. Mechanically, such light use patterns can accelerate localized surface corrosion on brake components and exhaust sections, while restricting the sustained operating temperatures required to clear internal moisture from the engine and exhaust systems. During the pre-purchase inspection and test drive, specific attention must be paid to the front axle assemblies, given the historical advisories for worn anti-roll bar linkage pins and pitted brake discs. While driving over rough road surfaces or speed humps, listen carefully for any metallic knocking or clunking noises emanating from the front corners, which would confirm that those anti-roll bar bushes require immediate replacement. Additionally, apply the footbrake firmly at speed to check for any shuddering or pulsing through the pedal and steering wheel, as the previously noted scored and pitted front brake discs may have compromised stopping smoothness and require pad and disc renewal. Finally, verify the operational status of the tyre pressure monitoring system that triggered the 2025 MOT failure, ensuring the dashboard warning resets correctly and that the tyres, particularly the nearside front flagged at 2.9 millimetres, have adequate tread depth remaining. Check that the front windscreen wipers clear the glass cleanly across the entire sweep without streaking or juddering. Confirming these operational details during a thorough physical examination will ensure all previous defect points have been fully resolved before purchase.