2014 Peugeot 208 1.6L Petrol · GD14 WDK

The vehicle shows a fluctuating maintenance trend that has recently transitioned from significant mechanical neglect to a more stable status. The most recent test on 29 October 2025 at 44,644 miles passed, but the tester flagged play in the steering rack inner joints. This follows a relatively clean result in October 2024 at 42,455 miles, suggesting that while previous heavy maintenance was completed, new steering components are now showing signs of wear. The mileage pattern indicates very low annual usage, averaging approximately 3,700 miles per year over its twelve-year lifespan. While this low usage generally reduces drivetrain wear, the MOT history reveals that the car has likely suffered from long periods of inactivity. This is evidenced by recurring advisories and failures regarding perished rubber components and corroded brake discs. For instance, the 2023 failure at 39,954 miles highlighted multiple tyres cracking or perishing, a common symptom of vehicles that sit stationary for extended periods rather than being driven regularly. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the steering system and suspension due to the recent steering rack issue and the 2023 report of worn suspension arm bushes and perished rear bushes. The brake history shows a consistent pattern of corrosion and pitting on the discs, particularly noted in the 2020, 2021, and 2022 tests. Although the brakes appear to have been addressed following the 2023 failure, the tendency for discs to score or corrode suggests the vehicle should be checked for binding calipers or uneven pad wear. Finally, the recurring issues with tyres cracking and perishing across 2019, 2022, and 2023 suggest that rubber components may degrade faster than the mileage would imply. Inspect the age of all tyres and the condition of various rubber seals and gaiters to ensure they have not become brittle. The 2020 failure regarding a missing steering rack gaiter indicates that ingress of dirt could be a factor in the current steering rack play.