2018 Peugeot 3008 1.6L Diesel · MV18 WYP

The 2018 Peugeot 3008 presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend based on the available DVSA MOT records. The most recent test, conducted on 13 May 2025 at 85,269 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. A preceding test on 8 May 2025 at 85,163 miles also shows no defects listed against the failure, suggesting the vehicle was retested shortly after a procedural or administrative failure rather than a significant mechanical fault. The trend across the full history is consistently clean, with no recurring advisories or failures noted in any of the five recorded tests dating back to February 2022. The mileage accumulation tells a straightforward story. The vehicle has covered approximately 41,151 miles between the February 2022 test at 44,118 miles and the May 2025 test at 85,269 miles, averaging roughly 12,600 miles per year over that period. This sits slightly above the indicated annual average of 10,659 miles, pointing to steady rather than light use. The 106-mile gap between the two May 2025 tests is negligible and consistent with a short retest drive. There are no suspicious mileage gaps or reversals in the record that would suggest odometer tampering or prolonged periods off the road. From a structural and mechanical standpoint, the absence of any flagged defects across five consecutive tests is notable for a vehicle approaching eight years of age. No corrosion advisories, suspension wear items, brake faults, or exhaust emissions failures have been recorded. The 3008 is known for potential wear in rear suspension bushes and trailing arm mountings over higher mileages, so a physical inspection of these components remains prudent despite the clean paperwork. Brake discs and pads should be checked for uneven wear, particularly given the vehicle's motorway-biased usage pattern implied by the annual mileage. A prospective buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection focused on the areas MOT tests do not fully assess. Check the condition of the 1.5-litre BlueHDi diesel engine for any signs of oil weeping around the turbocharger and EGR system, common concerns in Peugeot-Citroen diesel applications of this era. Inspect the underbody for surface corrosion on subframes and suspension mounting points, and verify that the automatic gearbox, if equipped, shifts cleanly through all gears without hesitation. The clean MOT record is encouraging, but it does not substitute for a hands-on mechanical evaluation by a qualified technician before purchase.