2017 Peugeot 2008 1.2L Petrol · LS17 MXL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive mechanical care. The most recent test in December 2025 at 75,943 miles resulted in an initial failure due to a non-functional headlamp and a cracked offside rear exhaust silencer. While these faults were rectified to secure a pass, the recurring nature of minor failures in a single session suggests the previous owner may only addressed mechanical defects when necessitated by the annual test. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per year. Between March 2023 at 55,986 miles and December 2025 at 75,943 miles, the car covered roughly 20,000 miles, showing steady usage. This consistent accumulation explains the gradual wear observed on consumable components, such as the brake discs and the de-gradation of tyres noted in the 2023 and 2024 inspections. A buyer should personally inspect the front suspension assembly, noting that the nearside front wheel bearing was flagged for play and noise in early 2023. Although the vehicle passed since then, wheel bearing wear often progresses if not replaced early. The non-excessive oil leak recorded in 2024 at 66,891 miles also requires a visual inspection to ensure it has not worsened into a significant weeping or failure. Furthermore, the reported cracking on the offside front tyre in late 2025 indicates the rubber is reaching its age-related life limit regardless of remaining tread depth.