2012 Peugeot 5008 1.6L Diesel · LO12 AVR
2012 Peugeot 5008 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 17 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 86,548 miles. MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 5008
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,548 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LO12 AVR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/08/2026
- 86,548 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LO12 AVR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Peugeot 5008 (LO12 AVR) between July 2025 and August 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 24 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
LO12 AVR Mileage History
- 22/07/202576,639 mi
- 27/08/202576,678 mi+39 mi
- 27/08/202576,678 mi
- 17/08/202686,545 mi+9,867 mi
- 24/08/202686,548 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 9,099 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Peugeot 5008 (Gen 1)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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