2018 Peugeot 208 1.2L Petrol · KV68 AXU

This 2018 Peugeot 208 has maintained a clean MOT history with no defects recorded across five consecutive tests, the most recent of which occurred just five months ago on 2025-12-10. The absence of advisories or failings suggests the vehicle has consistently met DVSA’s minimum roadworthiness standards, though this does not preclude underlying issues that might not have been detected during a static inspection. The pattern of passing tests without failings indicates a stable maintenance record, though the lack of advisories in prior years means no warning signs of impending wear were formally noted by testers. The recorded mileage of 40,552 miles over eight years—approximately 5,069 miles annually—is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, suggesting either light usage or prolonged periods of inactivity. There are no abrupt jumps in mileage between tests, with the most significant interval of 13,200 miles covered between 2022-10-19 and 2024-01-02, yet even this is consistent with occasional but not excessive driving. The gap between the 2024-01-02 and 2024-12-18 tests (3,195 miles) is similarly steady, implying the vehicle was not left unused for extended periods. While low mileage generally reduces wear on components like suspension bushes and brake calipers, it does not eliminate the need for proactive checks on fluids, corrosion, and potential neglect-related issues. Given the clean MOT record, a buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of high-wear items that are not routinely tested, such as suspension bushes (particularly rear), coil springs for corrosion or fatigue, and brake calipers for binding or excessive rust. The lack of advisories does not rule out degraded wheel bearings or worn steering rack seals, which are not visually inspected during MOTs. Additionally, the vehicle’s age and low mileage make it susceptible to corrosion in underbody components, wheel arches, and subframe areas—regions that should be thoroughly examined for pitting or structural compromise. Fluid levels (brake, power steering, and coolant) should also be verified, as these are not part of the MOT but critical for long-term reliability.