2010 Peugeot 3008 1.6L Diesel · LS60 EPN

The vehicle achieved a clean pass on its most recent MOT test dated 10 April 2026, with no defects or advisories recorded. However, the broader history reveals a pattern that prospective buyers should weigh carefully. Just three days prior to that pass, on 7 April 2026, the vehicle failed with two major coil spring fractures, a dangerous nearside front tyre tread depth below the legal 1.6mm threshold, and a deteriorated offside front drive shaft CV boot. These defects were clearly rectified in time for the retest, suggesting either a focused repair effort or that advisories elsewhere had been building. Looking further back, the 2024 and 2025 test cycles show recurring advisories for an oil leak (though not excessive), front suspension arm pin or bush wear on both sides, an offside rear brake disc worn and pitted, and a nearside front wheel bearing exhibiting slight play and noise. The overall trend suggests a vehicle that has been maintained just within legal limits rather than proactively, with suspension and brake components progressively deteriorating, even though the most recent certificate is clean. With approximately 119,019 miles recorded over sixteen years, this Peugeot 3008 averages around 7,439 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a car of its age and indicates regular use rather than long periods of standing. This is a positive sign from a corrosion and seal-deterioration standpoint, as it implies the vehicle has been exercised consistently, reducing the risk of seized calipers, perished rubbers from immobility, and stale fluid degradation. However, the mileage is substantial for a 2010 model and the wear evidence on suspension and braking components is consistent with a higher-mileage chassis. There are no significant gaps in the MOT history that would suggest extended standing, and the mileage accumulation appears steady, which is mechanically favourable provided consumables have been replaced at appropriate intervals. Given the recurring advisory for engine or gearbox oil seepage noted across the 2024 and 2025 tests, a prospective buyer should inspect the underside of the engine and bellhousing area for fresh residue, paying particular attention to whether the leak has worsened since the advisories were last recorded. During a test drive, listen for suspension clonks or knocks over uneven surfaces, particularly at low speed over speed bumps, as the noted front suspension arm bushes and the recently replaced coil springs are critical to safe handling. Any continued wandering, uneven tyre wear across the front axle, or knocking from the nearside front wheel area could indicate that the new springs have not been paired with fresh strut cartridges or that the wheel bearing noted as having slight play in 2024 has progressed. Also inspect the nearside front tyre sidewall for any bulging or perishing, given that a sub-legal tread depth was recorded only months ago, and verify that the replacement tyres are of reputable brand and correctly rated. Beyond the documented history, a sixteen-year-old vehicle at this mileage warrants a thorough independent inspection covering several age-related concerns. Check the condition for the timing belt and water pump replacement schedule if not chain-driven, as Peugeot 3008s of this era commonly suffer from stretched timing components, and verify that the cam belt or chain service interval has been observed with documentary evidence. Examine the condition for corrosion on the rear brake disc, which was advised as pitted in 2024, and confirm that the handbrake operates effectively without the calipers binding. Inspect all four tyres for sidewall cracking and perishing from age, as rubber degrades regardless of tread depth, and verify the 12V battery is holding charge, particularly if the vehicle is used for short trips. Finally, check the oil level and condition on the dipstick, examine coolant strength with a refractometer to confirm adequate antifreeze protection, and ensure that the recently replaced coil springs and tyres are accompanied by a fresh wheel alignment, as fractured springs will have altered the vehicle's geometry and uneven tyre wear can rapidly follow if geometry is not corrected.