2013 Peugeot 5008 1.6L Diesel · LB62 VUP

The most recent MOT history for this 2013 Peugeot 5008 reveals a concerning pattern of instability in the final months of 2024, despite otherwise clean records. The vehicle passed its February 2023 test at 126,930 miles and again in January 2022 at 107,510 miles without any recorded defects, indicating a stable roadworthiness baseline for its first decade. However, the February 2024 test—just 16,000 miles later—was failed on the same day it was subsequently passed, a redundancy that suggests either a clerical error or a narrowly avoided failure. The lack of specific defect details in the failed entry means critical components like suspension bushes, coil springs, or binding calipers could have been at fault, but the immediate pass at the same mileage implies a last-minute rectification. Buyers should treat this as a red flag for potential hidden issues, particularly if the vehicle has since accumulated another 16,000 miles without further testing. The mileage progression of approximately 10,996 miles per year aligns with typical usage for its age, though the abrupt 19,420-mile gap between the January 2022 and February 2023 tests—where no intermediate testing is recorded—raises questions about the vehicle’s standing period. If the car was stationary for an extended time, components like fuel lines, brake fluid, and suspension seals may have degraded further than standard wear would suggest. Conversely, the consistent annual mileage suggests regular use, but the lack of pre-failure maintenance records between 2022 and 2024 means critical inspections, such as brake pad thickness or exhaust system integrity, could have been overlooked. The most recent pass in February 2024 at 142,945 miles means the vehicle is now overdue for its next test by nearly two years, which is legally unacceptable and indicates a failure to comply with UK roadworthiness regulations. Given the sparse defect data, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension system—particularly the rear bushes and coil springs—as these are common failure points in vehicles of this age and mileage. The repeated testing in early 2024 hints at brake-related concerns, so caliper binding, uneven pad wear, or corroded flex hoses should be thoroughly checked. Structural integrity, especially around the wheel arches and sills, warrants scrutiny for corrosion, as does the exhaust system for leaks or cracked pipes, which are often missed in basic MOT checks. The absence of advisories in prior tests means no pre-existing issues were flagged, but the 2024 anomaly suggests a need for transparency from the seller about any recent repairs or servicing. Without this, the vehicle’s long-term reliability remains speculative.