2011 Peugeot 3008 1.6L Diesel · GL11 RZW

A recurring theme of wear‑related advisories and intermittent lighting failures defines this 2011 Peugeot 3008. The latest MOT on 2 February 2026 was passed, but the off‑side front seat‑belt remained noisy, echoing the same advisory from the previous test. Earlier in the year the car failed for a broken park‑brake switch, a severely reduced park‑brake efficiency and a non‑functional near‑side headlamp, while in 2024 and 2023 a series of tyre‑wear advisories, brake‑pad wear alerts and a major suspension‑arm bush wear defect were recorded. The pattern shows repeated deterioration of braking components, front suspension bushings and lighting circuits, with occasional major failures that have been remedied but not eliminated. At 181 234 mi the vehicle averages roughly 12 000 mi per annum, well above the typical UK usage of 8‑10 000 mi per year for a car of this age. The mileage record is continuous, with no multi‑year gaps, indicating the car has been driven regularly rather than stored. High annual mileage accelerates consumable wear, particularly on brake pads, tyres and suspension bushings, which aligns with the multiple advisories recorded. The cumulative distance also places additional stress on engine and drivetrain components, though no MOT items have flagged engine or transmission faults to date. Prospective buyers should give the braking system close attention. Both front and rear pads have been flagged as thin on several occasions; listen for squeal or feel for a spongy pedal, and verify even pad wear by inspecting the disc surfaces for scoring. The rear brake disc was noted as pitted but not structurally compromised; check for vibration under hard braking. The parking brake exhibited a broken switch and efficiency below 50 % in early 2026, so confirm that the hand‑brake holds the vehicle securely on a slope and that the switch engages correctly. The off‑side front suspension arm pin or bush has been recorded as excessively worn and later as merely worn; test for clunking or excessive play when pushing down on the front wheel and when driving over bumps. Lighting and tyre issues also merit scrutiny. Verify that all headlamps and position lamps illuminate correctly on both dipped and high beams, as near‑side and off‑side units have failed repeatedly. Inspect the tyre tread for the edge‑wear described in the 2024 advisories and ensure the tyres are of matching size and type on each axle, correcting the mismatched rear tyres noted in 2023. Finally, the off‑side front seat‑belt should operate smoothly without rattling, and the windscreen chip reported in 2024 should be examined for any progression that could impair visibility. Addressing these points during a test drive and a pre‑purchase inspection will give a realistic picture of the vehicle’s current roadworthiness and the likely cost of bringing it to a fully compliant state.