2013 Peugeot 208 1.2L Petrol · HY63 ONM

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile with a recent trend toward worsening mechanical advisories. While the August 2025 test at 71,883 miles resulted in a pass, the inspector flagged several developing issues including worn front suspension arm bushes, worn front brake discs, and a binding offside front service brake. These advisories suggest that while the car remains legally roadworthy, several wear-and-tear components are approaching the end of their service life. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2013 vehicle, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. The record shows steady, incremental growth, moving from 56,109 miles in August 2020 to 71,883 miles in August 2025. This low-use pattern often correlates with less mechanical strain on the drivetrain, but the history of failing on exhaust emissions in August 2021 and CV boot deterioration in 2023 and 2024 suggests that long periods of inactivity or low-speed driving may be contributing to component degradation. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The recurring issues with front brake discs and pads, dating back to 2017 and reappearing in 2025, indicate a pattern of deferred or reactive maintenance. The tester specifically noted inner edge tyre wear in the most recent test, which often points to incorrect wheel alignment or worn suspension bushes. Given the 2024 failure regarding split CV boots, the integrity of the drive shafts should be verified to ensure the recent repairs were comprehensive. The history of exhaust-related failures, including an insecure system in 2020 and high carbon monoxide readings in 2021, warrants a check of the catalytic converter and exhaust manifold. Although the vehicle has passed its recent tests, the combination of binding brakes, worn bushes, and uneven tyre wear suggests that a significant maintenance outlay may be required shortly to address these accumulating mechanical faults.