2012 Peugeot 208 1.4L Diesel · KY62 VVO

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a consistent trend of deferred attention regarding rubber-based components. The most recent test in February 2026 at 62,458 miles flagged a broken front exhaust mounting weld and noted both front tyres were reaching the legal limit with uneven wear on the outer edges. While the car passes, the recurring nature of these defects suggests the owner only addresses faults once they reach an MOT failure threshold rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 14 years old, the recorded 62,458 miles is low, averaging approximately 4,460 miles per year. This low usage profile explains the specific age-related degradation seen in the records. Between February 2022 and February 2025, the car covered only 8,926 miles, yet the tester repeatedly noted perishing and cracking on the rear tyres. This pattern indicates the vehicle likely sits for long periods, which causes the rubber in tyres and suspension bushes to dry out and fail despite the low mileage-related wear. A buyer must closely inspect the front suspension, as the suspension arm pin bushes were flagged as worn in both 2023 and 2024. The uneven wear on the front tyres noted in 2026 further suggests a potential alignment issue or worn control arms that require immediate attention. Additionally, the exhaust system shows a history of defective mounts and drifting heat shields dating back to 2023, implying the structural integrity of the exhaust hangers may be compromised and prone to further corrosion or failure.