2022 Peugeot 3008 GT Puretech S/S 1.2L Petrol · LL22 UTX

The most recent DVSA roadworthiness test was conducted on 13 April 2026, at which the vehicle was presented with 10,414 recorded miles and subsequently passed without any defects or advisories being recorded by the inspecting tester. The preceding test, dated 16 June 2025, also resulted in a clean pass with no advisories or failures noted. With only two consecutive clean examinations and no recorded advisories, monitoring points, or failure items in the recent history, the available DVSA record presents a stable and favourable maintenance profile. While the absence of recorded defects is reassuring, the relatively short MOT history available for this four-year-old vehicle means a prospective buyer should not rely solely on this dataset and should instead place greater emphasis on a thorough physical inspection and verification of supporting service documentation. The recorded odometer reading stands at 11,014 miles, which equates to an average annual mileage of approximately 2,754 miles over the four-year period since first registration. This figure is substantially below the typical UK annual mileage for a privately owned vehicle of this type, which generally falls in the region of 8,000 to 12,000 miles per annum. Such low usage suggests one of two scenarios, namely consistent light use with short journeys, or extended periods of the vehicle standing idle between uses. Short journeys are particularly harsh on powertrain components as they prevent the engine, exhaust system, and underbody from reaching sustained operating temperature, which can lead to oil dilution, increased internal moisture accumulation, and accelerated carbon build-up within the combustion and exhaust systems. Conversely, prolonged standing periods introduce their own set of mechanical concerns relating to corrosion, fluid degradation, and electrical component fatigue. The recorded mileage history between the two tests, from approximately 8,400 miles in June 2025 to 10,414 miles in April 2026, indicates around 2,000 miles accumulated over a ten-month period, broadly consistent with the low annual average and suggesting no sudden or anomalous mileage accumulation. Given the clean MOT history combined with this low-mileage usage profile, prospective buyers should conduct a detailed physical inspection focusing on age- and standing-related deterioration rather than wear-based mechanical concerns. The tyres warrant close scrutiny for sidewall perishing and cracking, which can occur irrespective of tread depth on low-use vehicles due to UV exposure and ozone degradation over time, and the wheels should be inspected for any signs of corrosion around the rim edges or balance weights. The brake discs and calipers should be examined for surface corrosion and potential binding, as extended standing periods can lead to pitted disc faces or seized caliper slide pins, often audible as a rubbing noise or detectable as uneven braking response during a test drive. Similarly, the 12-volt battery should be load-tested or its age verified, as batteries that have been subject to frequent short discharge and recharge cycles without regular long journeys often suffer reduced capacity and may fail unexpectedly. All fluid reservoirs, including engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and the PureTech-specific components such as the timing chain area and coolant bleed points, should be inspected for condition and service interval compliance, with particular attention to the well-documented timing belt or chain stretch concerns on certain PureTech petrol engines. A test drive should incorporate a careful warm-up phase, during which the buyer should listen for any abnormal timing chain rattle or auxiliary drive noise from a cold start. Mid-range acceleration should be smooth without hesitation, and the automatic or manual transmission should be observed for clean, decisive gear selection, as low-mileage vehicles can occasionally develop transmission fluid degradation or seal drying. The brake pedal should feel progressive with no sponginess, and a low-speed manoeuvring test will quickly reveal any binding calipers or juddering from corroded discs. Underneath, the exhaust system should be checked for security and any signs of corrosion at mounting points, while the suspension should be examined for perished bushes, weak coil springs, or any knocking or creaking over uneven surfaces. Finally, verifying the service book stamps and confirming that all time-based services, such as brake fluid replacement typically due every two years and coolant renewal, have been carried out in accordance with the manufacturer's schedule is essential, as calendar-based servicing remains critical regardless of the low odometer reading.