2013 Peugeot 508 2.0L Diesel · GL13 AAE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding mechanical wear and neglect. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 160,476 miles, this followed a significant failure just three days prior. That failure revealed critical safety-related issues, including a fractured nearside front coil spring and brake pads worn to the metal. The recent transition from a clean record to a series of mechanical failures suggests that the owner may only be reacting to MOT requirements rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 13 years old, the 160,476 recorded miles represent high-intensity usage, averaging over 12,000 miles per year. The data shows a sharp acceleration in usage starting after 2020, where the vehicle covered approximately 60,000 miles in just five years. This contrasts with the lower mileage recorded between 2016 and 2019. The high annual mileage has placed substantial strain on wear-and-tear components, evidenced by the recurring failures of anti-roll bar linkages and steering rack components in the later test years. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the record shows persistent issues with the steering rack inner joints and offside front suspension arm bushes. The braking system requires close scrutiny; the 2025 failure for significantly worn rear brake discs and thin pads follows a history of binding brakes since 2022. Furthermore, the nearside front road wheel was noted as distorted with wall damage, which indicates a past impact that could have compromised the alignment. Given the frequent reports of tyres being worn to the legal limit or damaged, the current state of the rubber should be verified for immediate replacement costs.