2012 Peugeot 208 1.4L Petrol · KP62 LCF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While the most recent test in July 2024 at 142,673 miles passed, it followed a failure that highlighted multiple mechanical issues including an engine management indication light (MIL) and suspension wear. The recurrence of the engine MIL failure across 2023 and 2024 suggests intermittent electronic faults that were only addressed upon failing the test rather than during routine servicing. At 142,673 miles over 14 years, the car has averaged approximately 10,200 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent mileage accumulation, with roughly 5,000 miles covered between the August 2022 and 2023 tests, and another 5,700 miles between August 2023 and 2024. This steady use suggests the vehicle is driven regularly, though the high mileage places significant stress on age-related drivetrain and rubber components. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension, as the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint was flagged for play in 2023 and remained problematic into 2024. The offside front drive shaft CV boot split noted in 2023 requires a physical check for grease leakage and potential damage to the joint itself. Furthermore, the nearside front tyre worn on the edge recorded in 2024 indicates a potential alignment issue that needs to be rectified to prevent premature wear on new tyres. Given the history of MIL failures, a diagnostic scan is advised to ensure no hidden fault codes remain in the engine management system.