2020 Peugeot 3008 1.5L Diesel · MM20 XAF

A pattern of tyre and brake wear advisories, culminating in a dangerous tyre failure on 19 May 2026, defines the mechanical outlook for this Peugeot 3008. The most recent assessment on 19 May 2026 returned a pass, but only one day after the vehicle had been failed on a dangerous nearside front tyre with exposed ply or cords. All four tyres were flagged on that failed test as worn close to or beyond legal limits, and an exhaust mounting defect was recorded as an advisory at the same visit. The 2025 test noted rear brake pads wearing thin alongside all tyres wearing thin, while the 2024 assessment recorded the rear brakes as slightly binding. The single clean test in 2023 stands against a backdrop of accelerating component wear, and the rapid succession of advisories and a failure within twelve months indicates consumables have been approaching the end of their service life at a faster rate than the mileage alone would suggest. With 43,463 miles recorded over six years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 7,244 miles annually, which sits comfortably within the normal usage band for a car of this age. The mileage progression across the recorded tests is consistent, with no anomalous jumps or extended gaps that would suggest long periods off the road or odometer irregularities. This is a moderate-usage profile, meaning wear should be distributed across the typical consumable and suspension components without the accelerated degradation associated with very high annual mileages. The tyres, brake pads and exhaust mounting identified in the record are precisely the items one would expect to require attention at this stage of the vehicle's life, though the simultaneous failure of multiple tyres in a short window is worth scrutiny. Given the advisory history, a prospective buyer should examine the braking system with particular care. The rear brake bind noted in 2024 and the rear brake pad wear recorded in 2025 suggest the caliper sliders or handbrake mechanism may be sticking, so on a test drive listen for any grinding or scraping from the rear wheels and confirm the vehicle rolls freely on level ground when released in gear. Feel for any pulling to one side under braking, which could indicate a partially seized caliper, and check that the handbrake holds firmly without needing excessive travel. Inspect the rear brake discs visually for any scoring or hot spots indicative of uneven pad wear, as thin pads against an uneven disc surface will shorten replacement intervals considerably. The tyre condition demands close physical inspection before purchase, particularly on the nearside front where the dangerous failure occurred. Examine all four tyres for uneven shoulder wear, which may point to suspension geometry issues such as worn wishbone bushes, drop links, or top mount bearings, and verify that the sidewalls are free from cracking or bulges given that one tyre was worn through to the cords. The defective rear exhaust mounting flagged in May 2026 should be inspected for separation or excessive movement when the engine is revved, as a collapsing mounting can allow the exhaust to contact the underbody. Finally, confirm whether the under trays noted at the 2026 test have been refitted securely, as loose under trays can mask underlying corrosion or component condition and may themselves generate noise over rough surfaces.