2013 Peugeot 3008 1.6L Diesel · LP62 NDD

The vehicle's most recent MOT outcome on 16 June 2026 was an initial failure followed by a pass on the same date, indicating that the major defect identified, namely a compromised offside front outer constant velocity joint boot on the drive shaft, was rectified prior to the retest. The advisories carried forward into the pass notice include front registration plate deterioration, light oil misting on both rear shock absorbers, and minor lens defects on both headlamps. Reviewing the broader trajectory, the test record shows a gradually increasing advisory profile rather than a stable or improving picture. The 2022 and 2024 tests both flagged front inner suspension arm pins or bushes with wear, the 2024 test additionally recorded front brake disc lipping and unevenly worn nearside front brake pads, and the 2025 test produced major failures relating to headlamp beam aim alongside a recurring windscreen damage advisory. While no individual item constitutes a disqualifying structural or safety concern, the cumulative pattern suggests a thirteen-year-old vehicle entering a phase where wear items on the suspension, braking, and drivetrain are accumulating and will soon require more substantive attention. With 84,733 miles recorded over thirteen years, annual usage works out at approximately 6,500 miles, which is broadly typical for a family crossover of this age but at the lighter end of average. There is no evidence of dramatic mileage accumulation or extended periods of standing, although the consistent annual testing pattern indicates the vehicle has been in regular use rather than garaged for long intervals. This usage profile is broadly favourable for mechanical longevity, particularly for the engine, clutch, and transmission, but it remains consistent with the advisory profile seen, as even moderate mileage over more than a decade will consume suspension bushes, brake components, and rubber gaiters progressively. Given the recurring advisories, particular attention should be paid to the front suspension on a test drive. The repeated advisories concerning front inner suspension arm pins or bushes, combined with the rear shock absorber oil misting recorded at the most recent test, warrant a thorough inspection. During a road test, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front end when traversing speed humps, uneven road surfaces, or during low-speed direction changes, as these are characteristic symptoms of worn suspension pins and bushes. The oil misting on the rear dampers suggests the seal integrity is beginning to deteriorate; this is not yet a failure point but typically progresses, so a bounce test on each rear corner and a check for any uneven settling or visible fluid residue on the damper bodies would be prudent. Similarly, the drive shaft boot repair recorded in 2026 should be confirmed as properly resolved, ideally by inspecting the offside front inner and outer CV joints for fresh grease deposits, perished rubber, or any clicking noise when turning at full lock under load, which would indicate ongoing joint wear. Beyond the advisory-driven items, a prospective buyer of a thirteen-year-old vehicle with this mileage profile should undertake several age-appropriate inspections. Check the nearside front tyre specifically, given its recorded edge wear and perishing, and inspect all four tyres for sidewall cracking from age, even where tread depth appears acceptable, as rubber compounds degrade with calendar age regardless of mileage. Examine the front brake discs for the lipped condition previously noted, which manifests as brake shudder under heavy application. Verify the 12V battery health and its date code, as original equipment units of this age are typically due for replacement. Confirm the service book stamps and ensure that time-sensitive items such as coolant, brake fluid, and automatic transmission fluid, where fitted, have been replaced within recommended intervals. Finally, inspect thoroughly underneath the vehicle for corrosion on suspension arms, subframe mountings, and brake and fuel lines, as thirteen years of UK road conditions, particularly winter salt exposure, commonly produce surface corrosion that can progress unseen beneath underseal.