2017 Peugeot 108 1.0L Petrol · GL09 EMM

This 2017 Peugeot 108 presents a notably clean MOT profile, with every recorded test outcome showing a pass and no advisories, failures, or defects logged across five consecutive examinations dating back to 2022. The most recent assessment on 22 May 2025 returned a clean pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of roadworthy results that suggests the vehicle has not developed any component deterioration serious enough to be captured under DVSA inspection criteria. The absence of recurring advisories on items typically associated with age-related wear, such as suspension components, brake pipes, exhaust mounting, or corrosion around structural areas, is a positive indicator. With the mileage now approaching the upper end of typical urban use for a city car of this class, the clean advisory record takes on greater significance, as one would normally expect at least minor wear flags on consumables by this point. At 55,993 miles over a nine-year lifespan, the vehicle has accumulated roughly 6,221 miles annually, which sits broadly in line with average usage for a small petrol-powered city car frequently deployed for short urban journeys. There are no apparent gaps in the MOT testing history between 2022 and 2025, and the consistent year-on-year testing suggests continuous road use rather than extended periods off the road. Given the modest annual mileage, mechanical stress from high-mileage motorway driving has been limited, though conversely the predominance of low-speed stop-start operation characteristic of city cars tends to place greater demand on certain components, particularly the braking system, clutch, and cooling system, which can suffer from infrequent high-load use. The absence of any mileage inconsistencies between recorded tests supports the integrity of the odometer reading. For a prospective buyer, the key areas to scrutinise on a physical inspection and test drive are those most commonly affected on Peugeot 108s of this generation and mileage bracket, even though none have yet been recorded as defective. The front suspension, particularly the bottom wishbone bushes and front coil springs, should be checked for cracking, splitting, or sagging, as these are known to deteriorate with age and road exposure. Listen for clonking or knocking noises over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which can indicate worn anti-roll bar drop links or strut top mount wear. On the test drive, pay attention to steering precision; any vagueness, wandering, or knocking through the steering wheel on uneven roads could point to worn track rod ends or front strut deterioration that has not yet progressed to MOT failure level. The braking system warrants particular focus despite the clean record. Given the urban usage profile, the front brake discs and pads are likely approaching or have already required replacement, even if no advisory was issued at the last test. On the road, test the brakes firmly from around 30 mph and listen for any grinding, squealing, or pulsation through the pedal, which would suggest warped discs or worn pads. Bind the brakes gently at low speed to confirm the caliper sliders are freeing correctly and not causing uneven pull. Finally, inspect the underbody and wheel arches visually for any surface corrosion starting to take hold around suspension mounting points and the exhaust hangers, as Peugeot 108s in regions with winter road salt exposure can begin to show subframe and brake pipe surface rust once past the eight-year mark, even when the MOT test does not yet flag it as a failure.