2010 Peugeot 3008 1.6L Diesel · LR10 LJL

A chronic pattern of suspension, brake and minor electrical advisories defines the mechanical profile of this 2010 Peugeot 3008, with the most recent test on 17 April 2026 returning a pass but flagging no fewer than five items simultaneously. Both front lower suspension arm rear bushes have been recorded as worn though not yet beyond the failure threshold, mirroring a long-term advisory history that includes a corroded offside front coil spring, a worn top shock absorber bush, and a steering system noted as lightly rubbing in April 2023. The front brake discs were sufficiently pitted or scored by January 2025 to be highlighted again at the more recent test, and the vehicle was also failed on the same date for a non-functioning offside front position lamp and offside rear stop lamp before passing with those items repaired. The central high-level stop lamp has appeared in two consecutive tests with partial LED failure, suggesting an established but minor electrical fault that should be rectified rather than ignored. Fluid leaks have been noted as present but not excessive at both the 2024 and 2023 tests, indicating a slow seep somewhere in the engine or ancillaries that warrants monitoring. At 102,803 miles accumulated over roughly sixteen years, this Peugeot is running at approximately 6,425 miles per year, which is broadly typical for its age and points to regular but unremarkable usage. The MOT record shows consistent annual testing from 2023 onwards with no extended gaps, suggesting the vehicle has not been laid up for prolonged periods. The absence of recorded mileage anomalies or sudden spikes indicates a steady usage pattern, though the figure itself represents a moderate-to-high mileage burden for a sixteen-year-old crossover, where wear on suspension components, engine oil seals and drivetrain mounts is to be expected. For a prospective buyer, the immediate priority is a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry. The recurring advisories on both lower arm rear bushes and the previously noted corroded front coil spring suggest that polyurethane or rubber bush replacement may be approaching, and on a test drive you should listen for clonking or knocking over uneven surfaces, particularly over speed humps and expansion joints, and feel for vagueness or imprecise turn-in through the steering. Check the front shock absorber top mounts for any play by pushing down on each corner with the vehicle stationary, and inspect the offside front spring closely for any advanced corrosion that might compromise its structural integrity. Steering noise consistent with the 2023 advisory should be evaluated at low speed with the wheel on full lock to determine whether the rubbing is a worn gaiter, a belt, or more significant component contact. The brake system deserves particular attention given the persistent disc scoring. With the wheels removed, the front discs should be measured for remaining thickness against the minimum stamped on the disc edge, and any lipping or hot-spots felt through the brake pedal under firm stops will confirm the discs are at the end of their service life. A pulsing pedal indicates disc runout rather than just surface wear. The slow fluid leak noted in earlier tests should be traced to its source, checking the cam cover gasket, sump, power steering rack, and coolant expansion tank for residue, and the level of all fluids verified cold. Electrical checks should include confirmation that all position lamps, stop lamps including the high-level unit, and number plate illumination are functioning across every mode, as intermittent LED failures can recur. Finally, inspect the nearside rear tyre for cracking, verify all four tyres have even tread depth, and ensure that the inner and outer sidewalls show no perishing, completing the picture of a vehicle that remains roadworthy but sits at the threshold where several key mechanical items are due for renewal.