2016 Peugeot 208 1.2L Petrol · MT16 FPK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 78,414 miles, this followed a failure just two weeks prior at 77,940 miles. The record shows a pattern of recurring mechanical faults, specifically regarding lighting, braking efficiency, and suspension components, suggesting that the owner only addresses mechanical issues when forced to do so by an MOT test failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,800 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between January 2024 at 59,453 miles and November 2024 at 67,971 miles, where the car covered over 8,000 miles in ten months. The recent accumulation of 10,000 miles between December 2024 and December 2025 shows the vehicle is in regular use, which explains the wear observed on consumables like the brakes and exhaust system. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension and the anti-roll bar assembly, as the November 2024 failure highlighted an insecure mounting bracket fouling on the brake caliper. This is a significant mechanical concern that could cause rapid component damage if not rectified. Additionally, the handbrake system requires attention; the record shows low effort and imbalanced rear brake readings across both 2024 and 2025, indicating that the mechanism or drum shoes may not be properly adjusted or are suffering from internal corrosion or uneven wear. The exhaust emissions failure in late 2024 regarding the lambda sensor readings suggests potential engine management issues or a degrading catalytic converter. Furthermore, the repeated mentions of low oil levels in the 2024 records imply a lack of basic fluid maintenance by previous owners. You should check for oil leaks around the engine and verify that the nearside headlamp and registration plate bulbs are fully functional, as these were points of failure in the most recent tests.