2018 Peugeot 108 1.0L Petrol · FP68 NJF

A completely clean DVSA history across five consecutive tests, the most recent being a pass on 29 December 2025, marks this 2018 Peugeot 108 as a notably well-maintained example from a roadworthiness perspective. Every annual inspection from 2021 through 2025 returned a pass with no advisories, no defects, and no components flagged for monitoring or immediate attention. The absence of recurring brake, suspension, tyre, or corrosion advisories over a five-year testing cycle suggests the vehicle has not yet developed the wear patterns typically associated with cars approaching a decade of service. This is an unusually tidy record for an eight-year-old city car and indicates consistent mechanical upkeep. Annual mileage of approximately 2,735 miles is well below the typical accumulation rate for a vehicle of this age and class, and this low usage figure is the defining characteristic that any prospective buyer should weigh carefully. The MOT record shows continuous annual testing with no gaps, confirming the car has remained on the road throughout, rather than being laid up for extended periods. Nevertheless, such modest mileage over eight years means many consumables and perishable components have aged more from time than from use. Rubber items including drive belts, coolant hoses, suspension bushes, and the timing chain tensioner are all subject to time-related degradation irrespective of mileage, and a car that has covered only 21,880 miles in eight years may still present with stiffened or perished rubber components that a higher-mileage example would have already replaced through natural wear cycles. Given the absence of any advisories in the MOT record, the mechanical guidance for a prospective buyer must centre on proactive checks rather than addressing known flagged defects. On a test drive, pay particular attention to any knocking or clonking noises from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, as the front MacPherson struts, anti-roll bar links, and lower wishbone bushes on the 108 can stiffen and deteriorate with age even at low mileage. Listen for any rubbing or grinding from the brake calipers on the first few applications, since lightly used calipers can develop corrosion on the slider pins leading to uneven pad wear, and check that the steering returns smoothly to centre without juddering through the wheel. The tyres should also be examined for sidewall cracking or perishing rather than just tread depth, as old tyres on a low-mileage car can lose flexibility and grip before the tread pattern is fully worn. Finally, a few additional checks are warranted given the low-mileage profile. Inspect the exhaust system for surface corrosion and any loose or blowing joints, as exhaust components deteriorate from internal condensation during short cold-start journeys far more aggressively than during sustained motorway running. Verify that the 12-volt battery holds charge reliably, as a frequently short-tripped urban car is prone to undercharging, and ask for evidence of recent battery replacement. Check the coolant level and condition, since infrequent use can lead to concentration of old coolant and reduced corrosion protection, and ensure there are no signs of oil misting around the cam cover or sump gasket. With no MOT-recorded issues to address, this Peugeot 108 presents a clean foundation, but the test drive and inspection should focus on time-related wear rather than simply mileage-related wear to ensure the vehicle remains sound for continued use.