2016 Peugeot 208 1.6L Diesel · FG16 AHN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive mechanical repairs. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 109,192 miles passed, it revealed minor electrical defects including a discoloured indicator and an inoperative plate lamp, alongside a front oil leak. The presence of this oil leak in both the 2025 and 2026 tests indicates a persistent issue that has not been rectified by previous owners. At 109,192 miles over ten years, the Peugeot averages approximately 11,000 miles per annum, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a hatchback of this age. The data shows a period of activity between February 2024 and July 2024, where the vehicle covered nearly 2,000 miles in just five months. This burst of use likely accelerated the wear on suspension components, as evidenced by the failure in July 2024 where both front shock absorbers failed damping tests. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the engine bay to determine the source of the recurring oil leak, specifically checking the front crank seal, oil cover gasket, or valve cover. Given the high mileage and the previous failure of the front dampers, the remaining suspension components and rubber bushes should be checked for signs of perished material or tearing. The exhaust mounting failure noted in early 2024 suggests that rubber components are reaching the end of their service life, necessitating a check of the entire exhaust system for excessive vibration or corrosion.