2019 Peugeot 3008 1.2L Petrol · M80 KAJ

The defining mechanical thread in this Peugeot 3008's MOT history is a recurring vulnerability around the front drivetrain and tyre wear, with two drive shaft CV boot failures recorded on opposite sides in 2023 and 2024, plus persistent advisories for tyres wearing on their edges. The vehicle passed its most recent test on 1 October 2025 with no defects recorded, which is a positive immediate result, but this clean pass sits against a background of one advisory per test over several years and two Major defects that were rectified only after the failures were flagged. The pattern suggests that while the car is currently roadworthy, the front suspension geometry, CV gaiters, and tyre wear profile warrant particular attention as recurring weak points. Recorded mileage stands at 51,307 miles over a seven-year period, equating to roughly 7,330 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and class. There is no evidence of a long off-road lay-up or dramatic mileage surges between tests; the testing intervals have been fairly regular, generally between ten and fourteen months, indicating consistent use. This steady annual accumulation should mean that wear items such as brakes, suspension components, and the drivetrain have been worked moderately rather than severely, but the recurring advisories show that consumable items are still requiring attention at typical service intervals. For a prospective buyer, the front suspension and steering assembly should be the primary focus during a physical inspection and test drive. The two CV boot failures on the offside and nearside front outer joints suggest a need to check the current gaiters for splits, grease contamination on the inner wheel arch, and any clicking or knocking from the front when turning at low speed, which would indicate accelerated joint wear. Listen for clonking over speed humps and uneven tyre wear, particularly inner-edge wear as flagged in 2022, which may point to worn suspension bushes, drop links, or wishbone compliance. The 2024 advisory noted all four tyres worn close to the legal limit, so inspect the current tyres closely for edge wear, uneven shoulder wear, and any sidewall damage like that previously noted on the nearside rear, replacing them on a test drive vehicle if they are at or below 3mm of tread. The exhaust system also requires a physical check, given the 2023 advisory for a splitting central rear exhaust mounting. With another two years of use since, the rubber mountings may have deteriorated further, and the exhaust should be inspected for any sagging, contact with the underbody, or knocking under acceleration. Brake feel should be tested for any judder, pulling, or binding calipers given that front brake components will have shared the wear associated with the mileage and the uneven tyre wear history. Finally, a thorough road test over varied surfaces including motorway, town, and poor-quality roads will help expose any knocks from the front end, vibrations through the steering, or suspension clonks that would be consistent with the documented drive shaft and suspension concerns. A pre-purchase inspection on a ramp is strongly advisable to visually confirm the condition of the CV joints, front suspension arms, exhaust mountings, and the underside generally before committing to purchase.