2014 Peugeot 2008 1.6L Diesel · MV64 BZX

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs rather than proactive servicing. In the most recent test in August 2025 at 42,260 miles, the tester flagged both front tyres reaching the legal wear limit and a snapped rear exhaust bracket. While the car passed, the recurring nature of defects across the last three years suggests that components are only being addressed once they reach a point of failure or significant wear. At 12 years old, the recorded mileage of 42,260 miles is significantly low, averaging just over 3,500 miles per year. This low usage pattern explains the specific degradation noted in the September 2023 test at 34,544 miles, where multiple tyres showed signs of cracking and perishing. Rubber components often age when a vehicle sits stationary for long periods, regardless of the distance driven. The mileage accumulation between the 2022 and 2025 tests is consistent with this low-distance, short-trip usage profile. A buyer must personally inspect the braking system specifically, as the record shows a persistent history of pitted and scored rear brake discs from 2023 through 2025. The low mileage likely contributes to surface corrosion on the discs due to not being used frequently enough to generate heat and clear the rust. Additionally, the exhaust system requires close attention; the mounting bracket failed or was noted defective in 2023 and snapped again by 2025, indicating potential structural fatigue or vibration issues in the assembly. You should also check the tyre sidewalls for further dry rot, as the history proves the vehicle is prone to age-related rubber degradation.