2015 Peugeot 208 1.2L Petrol · ML15 PLV

The most recent MOT carried out on 7 April 2026 was a clean pass with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle presently meets the statutory safety and emissions standards. Over the previous six years the record shows a mixture of advisories – notably recurring tyre wear warnings, front‑brake disc surface scoring and exhaust‑mounting issues – and a single dangerous failure in 2022 when both the nearside front and offside rear tyres suffered structural tears. Since that failure the advisories have largely been addressed, the broken rear exhaust bracket was noted as an advisory rather than a failure, and the latest test shows no outstanding items, suggesting a stabilising maintenance trend rather than a deteriorating one. At 40,105 miles the 2015 Peugeot 208 has logged an average of roughly 3,600 miles per year, which is considerably below the typical UK usage pattern for a vehicle of its age. The low annual mileage points to either light, infrequent use or extended periods of storage. While reduced wear on drivetrain components, suspension and brake wear is a benefit, the calendar age of the car means that rubber, seals and metal parts may have degraded irrespective of mileage. Potential consequences include tyre sidewall cracking, rubber hardening, corrosion of brake discs and calipers, and loss of elasticity in suspension bushes. A prospective buyer should give the tyres a thorough visual and tactile inspection. All four should be checked for age (the DOT code should be no more than six years old), sidewall cracks, dry rot, and any signs of nail punctures or repaired patches, especially on the off‑side rear and nearside front where previous nails were recorded. Verify that tread depth exceeds the legal 1.6 mm limit and that wear is even across the tread width; uneven wear may indicate mis‑alignment, worn suspension bushes or a sticking brake caliper. The front brake disc, previously flagged for pitting, should be examined for deep scoring or thinning that could cause brake shudder or reduced stopping performance, and the calipers should be checked for uneven pad wear or leaking fluid. The exhaust system should be inspected for cracked or broken mounting brackets both at the front and rear, as a defective bracket can lead to excess vibration, rattles and eventual exhaust leaks. Given the vehicle’s age and low mileage, the buyer should also assess items that deteriorate with time. Examine the body and under‑carriage for rust, particularly around wheel arches, sills and suspension mounting points, and check that any corrosion is superficial rather than structural. Test the 12 V battery voltage and consider a load test, as batteries left idle for long periods can lose capacity. Inspect all fluid levels – engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and power‑steering fluid – and confirm that they have been changed at appropriate intervals, as fluids can become contaminated or break down even when the car is not driven much. Finally, review the service book for evidence of regular oil changes, timing‑belt or chain service (if applicable), and any recorded replacement of wear items such as tyres, brake pads or suspension components, to ensure that the low‑mileage car has been maintained proactively despite its limited use.