2018 Peugeot 5008 1.2L Petrol · FE18 WHG

A clean and consistent roadworthiness record is the defining mechanical takeaway for this 2018 Peugeot 5008, with every test outcome between 2023 and 2025 either resulting in a Pass or a Fail with no advisories or component-specific defects recorded by DVSA. The latest MOT on 1 July 2025 was passed without any defects noted, continuing a pattern of compliance that stretches back to the 2023 test. The two recorded failures, one in June 2024 and another on 30 June 2025, both listed no defects, which suggests these were likely administrative retests following minor rectification work carried out immediately before or after the initial examination rather than substantive mechanical non-compliance. There are no advisories flagged for any suspension component, brake system, exhaust, steering, or corrosion item, meaning no areas of marginal wear have been officially identified across three consecutive testing cycles. With 77,369 miles accumulated at an age of roughly eight years, this 5008 has covered approximately 9,671 miles annually, placing it firmly within the typical usage bracket for its age and segment. There is no significant mileage gap that would suggest a prolonged period off the road, nor any year-on-year spike that would point to heavy motorway use or fleet-style accumulation. The mileage progression between the 2023, 2024, and 2025 tests appears broadly consistent with this average, indicating steady, ordinary use rather than the long-term standing periods that often accelerate issues such as brake disc corrosion, suspension bush stiffening, or 12V battery degradation. At this mileage, the mechanical items that naturally begin to demand closer attention on a diesel or petrol SUV of this vintage are the clutch, dual-mass flywheel (if applicable), turbocharger oil seals, and suspension bushes, though none of these have yet been flagged as deficient at test. From a pre-purchase perspective, the absence of recorded advisories does not eliminate the need for a thorough physical inspection, particularly because MOT testing only assesses components at the point of test and does not predict imminent wear. On a test drive, listen carefully for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn lower control arm bushes or anti-roll bar link drop links, both common wear items on Peugeot 5008s as they pass the 70,000-mile mark. Feel for any vibration through the steering wheel under braking, which can indicate front brake disc warping, and check for a soft or inconsistent brake pedal that may point to a binding rear caliper or a flexible brake line beginning to perish internally. Listen for any hesitation, turbo whistle, or excessive smoke from the exhaust under acceleration, all of which would warrant closer inspection of the turbo and associated pipework given the mileage. It is also worth inspecting the underside of the vehicle on a ramp or over a pit, paying particular attention to the rear axle beam and front subframe mounting points for any surface corrosion, even though no such advisories have yet appeared on the MOT record. Examine the engine bay and undertray for any signs of oil misting around the cam cover or sump gasket, and check the condition of the coolant and expansion tank for any staining that might indicate a slow leak. Confirm that all dashboard warning lights extinguish promptly after engine start and that the DSG or manual gearbox (depending on variant) selects cleanly through all gears both cold and once at operating temperature. Finally, verify the service history documentation aligns with the recorded mileage and that cambelt or timing chain replacement intervals have been observed, as this is the single most consequential preventative maintenance item on a high-mileage PSA product of this era and is not assessed under the MOT scheme.