2010 Peugeot 3008 1.6L Diesel · FV60 MHJ

The 2010 Peugeot 3008 presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent MOT on 10 April 2026 at 164,456 miles passed, but the tester flagged three separate tyres worn close to the legal limit and a defective offside registration plate lamp. A year earlier, on 16 April 2025 at 147,791 miles, the offside track rod end ball joint had developed slight play, indicating the front suspension is beginning to show age-related wear. Before that, the record is remarkably clean. The 2024, 2021, and 2020 tests all passed with zero defects. The trend is therefore stable to slightly worsening, with minor advisories appearing only in the last two tests rather than a pattern of escalating mechanical failure. Mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable at roughly 10,278 miles per year. The jump from 132,601 miles in April 2024 to 147,791 miles in April 2025 represents about 15,190 miles in twelve months, which is slightly above average but not alarming. The subsequent climb to 164,456 miles by April 2026 adds another 16,665 miles, confirming this vehicle is being driven regularly rather than sitting idle. There are no suspicious gaps in the record that would suggest long-term storage or clocking concerns. The annual test pattern is consistent, with tests falling roughly every twelve months, and the mileage progression follows a logical trajectory. The recurring advisories point to two areas a buyer should inspect closely. The offside track rod end play flagged in April 2025 suggests the steering and front suspension joints are wearing. Check the nearside track rod end and all lower suspension bushes for equivalent deterioration. The three tyres worn to near the legal limit at the most recent test, specifically the nearside front, nearside rear, and offside rear, indicate uneven wear patterns that could point to wheel alignment issues, worn dampers, or soft suspension springs. Inspect the inner edges of all tyres and the condition of the coil springs and shock absorbers. The defective registration plate lamp is trivial but worth verifying as a functioning unit. Beyond the flagged items, examine the underside for corrosion given the vehicle is sixteen years old. Check the brake discs and pads, as the record shows no braking-related advisories but the mileage suggests these components have seen substantial use. The exhaust system and catalytic converter deserve attention given the emissions-related nature of the diesel or petrol engine variants common in this model. A short road test focusing on steering precision, brake feel, and suspension noise over rough surfaces will confirm whether the minor advisories are symptoms of deeper mechanical fatigue or simply routine wear on a well-used family vehicle.