2015 Peugeot 208 1.6L Petrol · LM65 VSL

A persistent pattern of tyre wear and brake disc degradation defines the mechanical history of this vehicle, with the nearside rear tyre specifically flagged for wear or damage in four consecutive tests. While the vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2 December 2025, the record shows a trend of recurring advisories rather than a clean bill of health, particularly regarding the condition of the braking system and tyre tread integrity. The recorded mileage of 52,140 miles is low for an eleven year old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,740 miles per year. This usage profile indicates the car has spent significant time stationary or has been used for short-distance journeys, which often correlates with the pitting and scoring of brake discs observed in the records from 2021 and 2022. Attention must be paid to the braking system and wheel integrity. The front brake discs have been flagged as worn, pitted, or scored since November 2021, with the most recent test specifically noting wear on the inner face. During a test drive, feel for any pedal judder or steering wheel vibration under braking, which would indicate warped or heavily pitted discs. Additionally, the nearside front road wheel was recorded as slightly distorted in December 2025; this should be checked for any accompanying steering pull or abnormal vibration at higher speeds. The chronic issues with the nearside rear tyre, including repeated reports of edge wear and a nail in the tread, suggest a potential alignment problem or irregular loading. Inspect the current tyre for uneven wear patterns and listen for abnormal road noise. While the steering rack gaiter failure in 2019 was rectified, ensure there is no current play in the steering or unusual knocking sounds when turning the wheel at low speeds to confirm the long-term integrity of the steering rack.