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2018 Peugeot 208 1.2L Petrol · LP18 ABF

LP18 ABF

2018 Peugeot 208 (1.2L, petrol). First registered 29 Jun 2018. Recorded mileage 50,395 miles. MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.

Make & Model
PEUGEOT 208
Year / Origin
2018 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 27 Jun 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
Recorded Mileage
50,395 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 27 Jun 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Aug 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
1199cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The Peugeot 208 passed its most recent MOT on 9 June 2026 at 50,395 miles, leaving it roadworthy and showing a broadly stable maintenance trend. The tester raised only minor consumable advisories: both front tyres worn close to the legal limit on the edge, plus a child seat obscuring the adult belt. No mechanical or structural defects appeared at that test. Mileage has accumulated at a modest rate across the eight-year life. The car recorded 25,757 miles in June 2023, 33,712 in June 2024, 41,924 at the failed June 2025 test, and 41,948 when it passed a day later. By June 2026 it reached 50,395. That averages roughly 6,300 miles per year, typical for the age, with no sudden jumps or long dormant periods suggesting neglect through disuse. The June 2025 failure exposed exhaust faults the prior owner corrected quickly. The tester flagged a split flexi pipe causing major gas leakage, a high lambda reading after second fast idle, and a defective nearside front exhaust mounting. These point to a neglected emission system at that point, though the clean pass on 20 June 2025 confirms the repairs held. The 2024 and 2023 tests noted windscreen chips not affecting view, and 2023 also showed slight cracking on the offside front and rear tyres. A buyer should still verify the front tyres flagged in June 2026, as edge wear often signals worn suspension bushes or misaligned geometry. Inspect the exhaust flexi and mountings for recurrence of splits, and confirm the windscreen chips have not spread. The record shows no corrosion, brake, or suspension failure, so the core structure remains sound.

LP18 ABF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/06/2026
  • 50,395 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
88
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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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LP18 ABF Mileage History

  1. 20/06/202325,757 mi
  2. 18/06/202433,712 mi+7,955 mi
  3. 19/06/202541,924 mi+8,212 mi
  4. 20/06/202541,948 mi+24 mi
  5. 09/06/202650,395 mi+8,447 mi

Average of roughly 8,296 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

LP18 ABF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 16:52
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Peugeot 208 (LP18 ABF) between June 2023 and June 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 09 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 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: “Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe split (6.1.2 (a))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”.

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Buying Score
68/100
Risk Level
Medium
Medium
Est. Annual Cost
£900-£1,100
Mileage
At 50,395 miles recorded in June 2026, t...

Our Verdict

This white 2018 Peugeot 208 petrol is a reasonable buy if priced sensibly, but the 2025 MOT failure for exhaust faults means it needs careful checking. Budget for new front tyres and confirm the exhaust repairs were done properly before committing.

Ask the seller for proof the exhaust faults from the June 2025 failure were repaired, as the car passed one day later on a fresh test but no invoice may exist. Check for a full service history, particularly for the 1.2 PureTech-style petrol units where belt servicing matters, though this specific 1199cc variant's records are not shown here. Use the worn front tyres and prior exhaust issue as negotiation points — a set of fronts and an exhaust check could cost a few hundred pounds.

The 1199cc petrol engine in this 2018 Peugeot 208 typically returns decent economy, though no model aggregate figures are supplied here. As a small petrol hatch it should sit in a low VED band and a modest insurance group, keeping annual fixed costs reasonable. Based on the tyre and exhaust advisories seen, allow for routine maintenance plus the noted wear items; estimated annual running cost is around £900-£1,100 including fuel, tax, insurance and typical upkeep.

The June 2025 MOT failure listed a Nearside Front exhaust mounting defect, a lambda reading outside limits and a front flexi pipe split — inspect the full exhaust for fresh welds, leaks or weak mountings and confirm emissions are clean. The June 2026 test noted both front tyres worn close to the legal limit on the edge, so check tread depth and edge wear closely and budget for replacement. Prior MOTs also recorded windscreen chips and perishing tyres; verify the screen is intact and the sidewall condition of all tyres is sound.

LP18ABF is an 8-year-old white Peugeot 208 with the 1.2-litre petrol engine, showing 50,395 miles at its June 2026 MOT, which is modest for its age. The history is mostly clean, but a June 2025 failure for exhaust mounting, lambda reading and a flexi pipe split is a notable blemish. Recent advisories flag both front tyres worn on the edge and close to the legal limit, so immediate replacement will be needed.

No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Peugeot 208 to indicate its typical fault pattern.

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