2021 Peugeot 508 1.2L Petrol · GD21 FVX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding brake system neglect. While it passed its most recent test in March 2026 at 47,973 miles, this followed a failure just five days prior at a nearly identical mileage. That failure identified multiple critical defects across all four corners, including significantly worn discs and pads below the 1.5mm legal limit, indicating that the owner ignored clear signs of wear until the vehicle reached a point of total non-compliance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical-use vehicle, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per year. The car progressed from 30,130 miles in February 2024 to 38,910 miles in March 2025, and then to 47,973 miles by March 2026. This steady accumulation suggests regular road use rather than long periods of standing. However, the rate of brake component degradation relative to these intervals suggests that components are being run until they fail rather than being replaced during scheduled service intervals. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking assembly to ensure the recent repairs were comprehensive. The March 2026 failure flagged fluctuating rear brakes and a low hydraulic fluid level, which can indicate either sticking calipers or excessive pad wear consuming the fluid volume. You should verify that the new discs and pads installed are of sufficient quality and that there are no signs of weeping from the calipers. Given the recurring nature of thin pads and pitted discs noted between 2025 and 2026, the vehicle shows a history of reactive rather than proactive maintenance.