2021 Peugeot 2008 GT Premium EV Electric · ML71 NHZ

This 2021 Peugeot e-2008 presents a sparse MOT history that tells a story of limited exposure to formal testing rather than a proven track record of roadworthiness. With only two tests on file both resulting in pass certificates, the evidence base is narrow and concentrated entirely within 2025 and 2026. The most recent examination on 26 January 2026 recorded no defects whatsoever, which is positive on the surface, but it should be interpreted with the caveat that a clean single test does not establish long-term mechanical condition. The previous test a year earlier on 27 January 2025 issued a single advisory concerning slight cracking or perishing on the nearside rear tyre, a minor item that did not affect the pass but does hint at the rubber compounds beginning to age at the rear axle. Given the limited volume of testing data, any prospective assessment must lean more heavily on a physical inspection than on the MOT record alone. The recorded mileage of 23,789 miles against a five-year registration points to an average annual accumulation of roughly 4,758 miles, which sits well below typical usage for a small SUV of this age. This low figure can arise from a number of causes including genuine light use, periods of standing, or simply the vehicle being driven only for shorter journeys. For an electric vehicle specifically, light usage brings its own mechanical considerations that diverge somewhat from a petrol or diesel equivalent, particularly around the high-voltage battery management system, the condition of the charging port and cabling, and the brake discs and pads which on EVs often suffer from corrosion due to the regenerative braking system doing most of the deceleration work. With this level of mileage, brake discs may have developed surface corrosion even though pad wear remains minimal, and the cooling system, reduction gearbox oil, and suspension components have seen less thermal cycling and mechanical loading than a higher-mileage equivalent. From a buyer inspection standpoint, the nearside rear tyre perishing advisory warrants direct attention even though the car passed without it being actioned. The cracking visible on the sidewall suggests the rubber compound has begun to deteriorate, which on an EV is more pronounced because the additional weight of the battery pack accelerates shoulder wear. On a physical inspection, examine all four tyres carefully for sidewall cracking, tread depth, and uneven shoulder wear, and check the manufacturing date stamps to confirm they are not original factory fitments that are now five years old. Inspect the rear brake discs for any significant lip of corrosion around the outer edge, as light-use EVs frequently present with heavily corroded rear discs that can produce judder and vibration under braking. During the road test, pay particular attention to the operation of the regenerative braking system, listening for any grinding, squealing, or binding from the rear calipers, and verify that the friction brakes actually engage when the regen system is overridden at lower speeds, as seized calipers are a common consequence of prolonged low-mileage EV operation. Beyond the flagged items, the absence of detailed advisories across two tests means there is no MOT-derived insight into the condition of the suspension linkages, coil springs, bushes, or steering components. On a test drive, therefore, listen carefully for any knocks, clonks, or squeaks from the front and rear suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly over speed humps and broken tarmac, and feel for any vagueness or pulling in the steering. Check for uneven tyre wear across both axles which can indicate worn suspension bushes or alignment issues not yet recorded as advisories. For the electric drivetrain specifically, verify that the vehicle drives smoothly through the reduction gear, that there are no warning messages related to the high-voltage battery state of health, and that the charging system operates correctly across both AC and DC sources if equipped. A diagnostic scan retrieving battery state of health data would be particularly valuable given the low mileage, as battery degradation in EVs does not correlate directly with mileage in the same way as engine wear in combustion vehicles, and only a proper readout can confirm the condition of the most expensive component on the car.