2016 Peugeot 108 1.0L Petrol · MH16 DFV

This Peugeot 108 presents an unbroken record of roadworthiness across its five documented MOT tests, with each annual examination concluding as a pass and no advisories, defects, or failures recorded at any point. That clean slate is particularly reassuring on a city-focused supermini of this age, where cosmetic corrosion around wheel arches, suspension component wear, and exhaust deterioration are commonly flagged by testers. The latest test on 21 February 2026 confirms this consistency, and the absence of any deteriorating trend across consecutive years suggests the vehicle has been mechanically stable rather than merely limping through each annual check. While a clean MOT history does not constitute a warranty, it does indicate that no component has yet deteriorated to the threshold at which a tester is obliged to flag it as defective. Recorded mileage of 61,220 over a ten-year lifespan equates to an average accumulation of roughly 6,122 miles per year, which sits comfortably within the expected range for a vehicle of this class and age. There are no significant gaps in the testing history that would suggest extended periods off the road, and the consistent year-on-year attendance at MOT stations implies regular, active use rather than long static lay-ups that can accelerate issues such as brake disc corrosion, tyre flat-spotting, and deterioration of rubber gaiters and bushes. The annual mileage appears steady rather than concentrated, which is mechanically beneficial as it allows consumables and suspension components to wear progressively rather than being subjected to the stress of high-mileage motorway use. Given the modest annual figure, brake pads and discs may well still be on original fitment or early-life replacements, and tyres will likely have been replaced relatively infrequently. For a prospective buyer, the lack of any advisory history means there are no specific components flagged in past tests to interrogate, but a thorough physical inspection and test drive remain essential. On a road test, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over speed bumps, particularly from the anti-roll bar drop links, wishbone bushes, and top mounts, as these are common wear items on superminis of this generation and can deteriorate without yet triggering an MOT failure. Check for uneven tyre wear on the inside shoulders, which can point to worn suspension geometry components or ageing struts. Apply the brakes firmly from around 30 mph and feel for any judder through the pedal, which would suggest warped front discs, and listen for any grinding or squealing that might indicate worn pads or a binding caliper, particularly given the modest mileage which could mean original braking components are still fitted. Additionally, inspect the underside and wheel arches visually for any surface corrosion or bubbling paint, as the absence of corrosion advisories on a ten-year-old car in the UK climate is notable and worth confirming is genuine rather than a result of recent cosmetic repair. Check for any signs of oil misting around the engine, particularly from the valve cover gasket, and verify that the coolant level is stable with no signs of mayonnaise-like residue around the oil cap, which would indicate head gasket concerns. Finally, confirm that all warning lamps extinguish promptly after startup, that the clutch biting point is firm and consistent, and that the steering remains centred without any pulling or vibration under braking, as these fundamental checks provide the most reliable indication of a supermini that has genuinely remained in good mechanical order throughout its documented life.