2016 Peugeot 3008 1.6L Diesel · MT16 WZB

The 2016 Peugeot 3008 presents a mixed maintenance picture that has deteriorated sharply in its most recent test cycle. The vehicle passed cleanly in November 2024 at 60,545 miles, yet failed on 4 November 2025 at 70,927 miles with seven distinct defects before passing a week later at 71,048 miles. This pattern indicates a worsening trend in basic upkeep. The November 2025 failure exposed simultaneous neglect across multiple systems, including a tyre with exposed ply, worn brake pads on three corners, a major exhaust leak, an insecure exhaust system, and a worn nearside front anti-roll bar linkage bush. The fact that all seven defects were resolved within a single week suggests reactive rather than proactive maintenance, with the owner addressing failures only after an MOT fail forced their hand. The mileage accumulation of roughly 7,105 miles per year is entirely typical for a vehicle of this age and does not raise immediate concern. However, the jump from 60,545 miles in November 2024 to 70,927 miles in November 2025 represents an unusually rapid increase of 10,382 miles in a single year, nearly double the annual average. This spike in usage during the final year may explain the accelerated wear on brake pads, tyres, and the exhaust system. The MOT record itself is reasonably complete, with consecutive annual tests from 2023 onward, so there are no suspicious gaps in documentation. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and steering components during any in-person inspection. The recurring appearance of anti-roll bar linkage bush wear in November 2025, combined with an excessively worn suspension arm ball joint flagged in the October 2023 failure, points to a pattern of front-end wear that may not be fully resolved. The offside front ball joint defect in 2023 was a serious item, and its recurrence or progression should be verified with a physical check of ball joint boots, track rod ends, and lower arm bushes. The exhaust system also warrants scrutiny. A major exhaust leak and an insecure central section in November 2025 suggest possible corrosion or a loose mounting bracket, and the repaired system should be inspected underneath for temporary fixes such as exhaust paste or jubilee clips rather than a proper replacement. The braking system shows inconsistent attention. Brake pads were flagged as wearing thin on the offside front and below 1.5mm on the nearside rear in November 2025, yet the vehicle passed cleanly just seven days later. A buyer should verify that replacement pads were actually fitted and that the brake discs were not scored or worn beyond minimum thickness during that rapid repair window. The tyre condition in November 2025, with exposed ply on the offside front and a below-minimum tread on the nearside front, indicates the owner was running tyres to the legal limit rather than replacing them in good time. A full tyre inspection, including sidewalls and inner edges, is advisable before purchase.