2020 Peugeot 208 Active Puretech S/S 1.2L Petrol · FL70 RXV

This six-year-old Peugeot 208 has established a predominantly clean mechanical test record, culminating in a pass with zero recorded defects on twenty-fourth March twenty twenty-six. Across its testing history, the vehicle has generated only one official failure, which occurred in December twenty twenty-four due to an ineffective front windscreen wiper clearing the screen, a minor component fault that was promptly rectified before a subsequent pass later that same day. The overall trend points to stable structural and mechanical roadworthiness, with consecutive fault-free passes recorded in late twenty twenty-four, early twenty twenty-six, and late March twenty twenty-six, indicating that the car has consistently met statutory standards without chronic or recurring defects. With an odometer reading of seventeen thousand three hundred and ninety-three miles at its March twenty-six test, the vehicle has accumulated roughly twenty-nine hundred miles per year since its registration in twenty twenty. This usage profile sits well below the national average for a modern hatchback, reflecting light deployment that can occasionally result in localized surface corrosion or accelerated battery degradation from short urban journeys, though no such issues have been flagged in the test data. The spacing between tests shows a logical progression of annual checks, transitioning to multiple tests in close succession around late twenty twenty-four and early twenty twenty-six, which requires verifying that the current certificate duration aligns with the intended purchase timeline. Given the recent failure involving the wiper blade, inspect the current rubber elements for splitting or perishing, and test the washer jets and wiper motor across all speeds to ensure smooth, chatter-free operation across the glass. Because low-mileage modern vehicles frequently spend extended periods parked or running on short, stop-start urban cycles, pay close attention to the PureTech wet-timing belt system during a cold start, listening intently for any rhythmic ticking, metallic rattles, or oil pressure warnings that could indicate belt material degradation or debris accumulation in the oil pickup strainer. On the road test, evaluate the responsiveness of the steering and suspension over rough road surfaces, listening for any unusual knocks, clonks, or excessive body roll from the MacPherson strut front end and torsion beam rear setup, as lower suspension arms and anti-roll bar drop links can occasionally wear prematurely even under light use. Check the braking performance for a firm, progressive pedal feel without any vibration or pull to one side, ensuring the discs and pads are free from heavy lip formation or rust pitting resulting from prolonged stationary periods.