2014 Peugeot 2008 1.4L Diesel · FM14 DZP

This 2014 Peugeot 2008 passed its most recent MOT in July 2025 with 45,035 miles recorded, but the test revealed a cluster of wear issues that signal a pattern of mechanical deterioration over the past four years. The most serious concern is the front tyre condition. Both front tyres are now showing damage, cracking, and perishing, which is a safety-critical defect. This mirrors a similar pattern in 2021 when the nearside front tyre was worn close to the legal limit and had a nail embedded in it. Tyre degradation has recurred and worsened, suggesting either poor storage conditions, prolonged standing, or exposure to UV damage—all consistent with a vehicle that has covered only 3,753 miles per year on average. Suspension wear is also evident and accelerating. The most recent MOT flagged worn suspension arm bushes on both front sides and light oil misting from the offside front shock absorber. The nearside track rod end dust cover is damaged, which risks dirt ingress into the joint. These are early-stage wear indicators, but they point to suspension components that will require attention within the next year or two. Brake wear has been a recurring theme throughout the history.