2016 Peugeot 208 1.2L Petrol · LJ14 SNR

The most recent MOT test on 2026-06-17 reveals a vehicle in a precarious state, with a fail due to a non-functioning rear registration lamp—a minor but critical fail-safe—while the same test also listed multiple advisories and a minor defect on the CV joint boot. This marks a deterioration from the clean 2025-06-09 pass, where no issues were recorded. The 2026 tests, just two months apart, highlight a pattern of neglect in critical areas: the front brakes (pads and discs) are consistently worn beyond advisory thresholds, and the CV joint boot deterioration has persisted for over a year. The 2025 fail also exposed headlamp and registration lamp failures, suggesting either intermittent repairs or a lack of proper maintenance. The trend is clearly worsening, with no evidence of systematic attention to high-wear components. The recorded mileage of 59,395 miles over nearly ten years suggests very light usage—roughly 5,940 miles annually—though this could also imply prolonged periods of inactivity. The MOT history spans only four tests, with the most recent in mid-2026 and the previous clean pass in mid-2025, indicating the vehicle has not been subjected to regular roadworthiness checks. The gap between 2024 and 2025 tests is also unusually long, with no intermediate data to confirm whether the vehicle was driven at all during that period. While low mileage typically correlates with reduced wear, the advisories and failures suggest that even minimal use has not been accompanied by proportional maintenance. A prospective buyer should prioritise an immediate, thorough inspection of the front brake system, particularly the pads and discs, which have been flagged as worn and pitted in multiple tests. The CV joint boot deterioration, noted in both 2025 and 2026, is a serious risk of fluid leakage and joint failure—this should be visually confirmed and, if compromised, replaced without delay. The headlamp and registration lamp failures from 2025 indicate either poor wiring or bulb replacements; these should be tested for continuity and functionality. Finally, the vehicle’s suspension components, while not explicitly mentioned in recent tests, warrant scrutiny given the age and mileage—check for worn suspension bushes, coil spring integrity, and corrosion at wheel arches or subframes, as these are common failure points in this model range.