2018 Peugeot 2008 1.2L Petrol · LO67 WWH

The mechanical story of this 2018 Peugeot 2008 is dominated by a pattern of front suspension wear and recurring rear tyre perishing, with intermittent lighting defects causing the two recorded failures. The most recent activity on 12 February 2026 shows a pass alongside a presentation failure for an inoperative registration plate lamp, while the 2025 test cycle saw a more serious outcome when an offside front suspension ball joint was deemed excessively worn, classified as a Major defect and causing a fail before rectification. Advisories over the past three years consistently flag nearside and offside rear tyres cracking and perishing, with the 2024 test additionally recording play in the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint, a slight TPMS warning, and a juddering clutch. The trend suggests suspension component wear and tyre degradation are the principal mechanical concerns, with lighting electrical faults representing a secondary but recurring issue. Covering 59,566 miles over approximately eight years equates to an annual accumulation of around 7,400 miles, which is broadly typical for the vehicle's age and indicates steady rather than exceptional use. There are no significant gaps in the testing record that would suggest extended periods off the road, and the mileage progression between tests appears consistent with regular driving. This level of usage places moderate demands on the consumables and suspension components that have already begun to show wear, and a buyer should expect that tyres and braking components will likely require replacement in the near term. Given the documented suspension wear, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the front end on a test drive. Listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front wheels when traversing speed humps or potholes, particularly over the offside, and feel for vagueness or looseness in the steering, especially on full lock. Inspect the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint for any renewed play, as the previous advisory suggests this component is on a wear trajectory. Tyres warrant close scrutiny too; examine the rear pair for sidewall cracking or perishing, and verify that replacement tyres are not more than a few years old, as the recurring perishing advisories indicate an ongoing susceptibility rather than a one-off occurrence. Brake pedal feel should be checked for sponginess or excessive travel, given that front brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in 2025, and the vehicle should pull up squarely without juddering. The clutch judder advisory from 2024 is a further item worth investigating. On a test drive, select a low gear from a standstill and release the pedal smoothly to feel for vibration or shunting through the drivetrain, as persistent juddering can indicate a worn dual-mass flywheel, pressure plate issues, or contaminated friction surfaces, none of which form part of the MOT inspection. Finally, verify that all exterior lighting including the registration plate lamps, rear fog lamp, and position lamps is functioning simultaneously as required, since the two recorded failures both involved illumination faults that should have been straightforward to rectify but indicate occasional electrical neglect. Confirm that the TPMS light is not currently illuminated, and ask whether the system has been recalibrated after any recent tyre changes.