2020 Peugeot 3008 1.2L Petrol · M2 KAO

A clear pattern of progressive brake wear defines the mechanical history of this 2020 Peugeot 3008, with every recorded MOT since 2023 flagging some form of pad or disc deterioration. The most recent test on 18 September 2025 was a pass, but it carried five advisories covering thin front and rear brake pads, pitted and scored rear brake discs on both sides, and a worn nearside front disc. The 2024 test showed a similar but slightly less advanced pattern, with thin pads and worn front discs on both sides but no rear disc involvement recorded. By the 2023 test, brake disc pitting and scoring was noted on both axles, suggesting the wear trajectory has been steady and ongoing rather than a sudden deterioration. The 2023 entry also included a failed test that same day, driven entirely by tyre condition, with dangerous defects recorded on both front tyres and major cuts on both rear tyres, alongside cracking noted on an offside rear tyre. At 28,678 miles on a six-year-old vehicle, the recorded annual accumulation is roughly 4,780 miles, which sits well below typical usage for a car of this age. The MOT testing history itself is consistent with this low usage, showing tests in consecutive Septembers from 2023 to 2025 with no apparent gaps in annual testing, which means the car has been on the road throughout this period rather than laid up. Low annual mileage of this nature tends to reduce wear on high-mileage consumables such as clutch, drivetrain and engine internals, but it can accelerate corrosion on brake discs through infrequent use, and standing periods can promote moisture-related issues in fluids and underbody components. The brake disc pitting and scoring visible in the advisories is a recognised symptom of light, urban-style use where discs are not subjected to sustained high-temperature operation to dry the surface. For a prospective buyer, the brake system is the priority area for physical inspection and negotiation. Given that advisories have been logged on pads at every test and disc wear has progressed from front-only in 2024 to all four corners in 2025, a close examination of pad material remaining on both axles and a measurement of disc thickness against the manufacturer minimum specification is essential. On a test drive, listen for any grinding or scraping noise from the wheels under light braking, feel for vibration or shudder through the steering wheel or brake pedal which would indicate disc runout from uneven wear, and check that the car pulls straight under braking without grabbing to one side, which can indicate a binding caliper. The rear discs in particular should be inspected for lip formation at the outer edge, as pitted surfaces combined with a pronounced outer lip suggest replacement will soon be required. Brake fluid condition and age should also be confirmed, as fluid older than two years can lower boiling point and reduce braking efficiency. The tyre failure recorded in September 2023 is a separate concern that warrants ongoing attention. The defects were severe enough to be categorised as dangerous on both front tyres and as majors on both rear tyres, indicating structural deterioration rather than simple wear. On inspection, all four tyres should be checked for sidewall cracking, perishing, cuts and bulges, paying particular attention to the rear pair given the recorded damage history. Uneven tread wear across an axle can point to suspension or alignment issues, so the tread pattern should be compared across each axle. On the test drive, any knocking from the front suspension over bumps, clonking over speed humps, or vague steering response would warrant further investigation of the front suspension arms and bushes, as none of these have been flagged in the MOT record to date but remain relevant checks on a six-year-old vehicle. Finally, the absence of any recorded advisories relating to corrosion, suspension components, exhaust integrity, or emissions suggests these areas have not yet presented issues, but a thorough underside inspection remains advisable given the vehicle's age.