2010 Peugeot 3008 1.6L Diesel · LS60 LLT

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a consistent pattern of reactive rather than proactive care regarding consumables. The most recent test in August 2025 at 94,100 miles identified worn bushes on both nearside and offside front lower suspension arms. This represents a progression from issues first flagged in 2020 when the vehicle failed due to an excessively worn arm bush. While the car continues to pass tests, the recurring nature of suspension wear suggests that components are gradually reaching the end of their functional life. At 94,100 miles, the Peugeot has covered relatively low mileage for its sixteen-year age, averaging approximately 5,900 miles per year. The data shows a very steady usage pattern, for example, only 300 miles were recorded between the August 2024 and August 2025. However, the low annual mileage correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components, which is evident in the 2019 report noting perishing and cracking tyre sidewalls. The vehicle likely sits for extended periods, which can lead to age-related perish regardless of the distance driven. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension for further play in the arms and steering rack, as the tester flagged play in the inner joints back in 2021. The braking system shows a history of pitted and scored discs noted in both 2018 and 2021, necessitating a thorough check of current pad thickness and rotor condition. Given the frequent mentions of tyres being worn to the legal limit or unevenly, the alignment should be verified to ensure it is not causing premature wear. Additionally, the electronic parking brake, which was noted as defective in 2018, should be tested to ensure the mechanism has not seized from long periods of idle time.