2016 Peugeot 2008 1.2L Petrol · GJ16 WFM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive suspension and rubber component failures. The most recent test on 13 December 2025 at 63,249 miles followed a failure for a split offside front drive shaft boot and play in the offside front suspension ball joint. While these were rectified to achieve a pass, the persistence of advisories regarding perishing tyres and recurring suspension wear suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they threaten an MOT rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 63,249 miles, the Peugeot has averaged approximately 6,325 miles per year over its ten-year life, which is consistent with low-mileage urban use. The mileage progression shows steady intervals, with roughly 7,900 miles covered between December 2024 and December 2025. However, the low mileage has not protected the vehicle from age-related degradation, as evidenced by the repeated cracking and perishing of tyre sidewalls across multiple years, which indicates the car likely sits for extended periods despite the low distance driven. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the record shows recurring issues with Macpherson strut top bushes, shock absorber damping, and ball joints over the last two years. The 2024 advisory for rear axle corrosion requires a physical check for structural integrity to ensure the surface rust has not progressed into a deeper weakness. Additionally, the repeated reports of perishing rubber suggest that the current set of tyres may be nearing the end of their functional life regardless of remaining tread depth.