2018 Peugeot 3008 1.2L Petrol · N99 NAP

The 2018 Peugeot 3008 presents a clean and stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT, conducted on 29 April 2025 at 34,469 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This outcome is consistent with the broader history, which shows a pattern of clean passes following initial test failures where no defects were actually listed, suggesting administrative retests rather than mechanical rectification. The vehicle has been consistently roadworthy at every recorded test point, indicating no worsening or recurring mechanical issues over the documented period. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of very light use. Between the first recorded test on 16 May 2023 at 24,201 miles and the most recent test on 29 April 2025 at 34,469 miles, the vehicle covered just 10,268 miles over nearly two years, averaging approximately 5,134 miles per annum. Across its full eight-year lifespan, the total of 34,469 miles equates to roughly 4,309 miles per year, which is substantially below the UK average. The progression is steady with no sudden spikes or suspicious gaps, suggesting regular but gentle use rather than long periods of dormancy or recent high-mileage clocking concerns. Despite the clean MOT record, the extremely low mileage warrants a careful physical inspection. A vehicle covering barely 4,300 miles annually may suffer from deterioration caused by infrequent use rather than wear from mileage. Brake discs and calipers should be inspected for surface corrosion and binding, as short journeys and prolonged standing commonly cause uneven disc wear and seized sliding mechanisms. Tyres must be checked for date codes and sidewall perishing, since a set of original tyres from 2018 would be well beyond their safe service life regardless of remaining tread depth. The exhaust system and catalytic converter should be examined for internal condensation corrosion, a common issue on vehicles that never reach full operating temperature. The suspension and structural underside deserve equal attention. Low-mileage vehicles frequently develop deteriorated rubber bushes, leaking shock absorbers, and weakened coil springs from age-related decay rather than mechanical fatigue. The subframe, sills, and floor pan must be inspected for corrosion, particularly if the car has been stored on standing ground or used on salted roads for short durations. While the MOT history confirms no flagged defects, the test only captures a snapshot. A pre-purchase inspection focusing on age-related degradation rather than mileage wear will give the most accurate picture of this vehicle's true condition.