2009 Peugeot 3008 1.6L Petrol · KM59 URP

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance profile characterized by a worsening trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in March 2024 at 111,152 miles resulted in a significant failure involving multiple critical systems including emissions, braking components, and suspension-related hardware. While the vehicle passed in 2023, the return of high carbon monoxide levels and exhaust issues the following year suggests that underlying engine management problems are not being addressed until they reach a point of failure. The recorded mileage of 111,152 miles over 17 years averages to approximately 6,500 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-moderate usage. However, the data shows a notable gap in testing between November 2020 and April 2022, during which the vehicle covered nearly 9,000 miles. Since 2022, the frequency of mechanical failures has increased, with components such as ball joints and CV boots recurring, indicating that the age of the components is now outweighing the benefit of low annual mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the record shows repeated failures of track rod ends, anti-roll bar linkages, and lower arm ball joints between 2022 and 2023. The offside front drive shaft requires close attention due to documented reports of split rubber boots. The braking system also shows a history of pitted and scored discs alongside binding calipers, which suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods or suffered from moisture-related corrosion on the braking surfaces. The exhaust system and emissions hardware remain the primary areas of concern. Multiple failures related to lambda readings and high carbon monoxide levels across 2018, 2022, and 2024 indicate a potentially failing catalytic converter or oxygen sensors that require expensive replacement. Given the recent failure for a major exhaust leak and fluctuating brakes, the entire underbody should be inspected for structural integrity and corrosion to ensure no further hidden defects are present.