2015 Peugeot 208 1.2L Petrol · FV15 YRN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding engine health and exhaust components. While the most recent test in June 2025 at 89,791 miles passed, it noted a persistent oil leak that has appeared annually since at least 2022. The recurring presence of blue smoke during acceleration, first flagged in 2023 and 2024, indicates internal engine wear or oil consumption issues that remain unaddressed. The mileage pattern is consistent with an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,100 miles per year. There was a significant jump in usage between June 2022 (58,855 miles) and May 2023 (71,434 miles), representing over 12,500 miles in a single year. Since then, the mileage has stabilized at roughly 9,000 miles per annum. This period of higher use likely contributed to the accelerated wear seen on the rubber and rubber components noted in the later records. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the engine bay to identify the source of the oil leak. The blue smoke emissions suggest potential valve seal failure or piston ring wear, which can be costly to rectify. Regarding suspension, the offside front suspension arm ball joint was flagged for play in 2024; a physical check-up is required to ensure this component was replaced and has not developed further play affecting steering precision. The braking system shows a history of uneven wear, with multiple discs noted as worn or pitted between 2019 and 2023. The exhaust system has also been a recurring point of failure, with mounts, brackets, and leaks noted across five different tests. The buyer should verify the current state of the brake pads and inspect the integrity of the exhaust heat shields to ensure previous repairs were permanent and that no structural corrosion is developing.