2017 Peugeot 3008 2.0L Diesel · OY17 DNF

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2017 Peugeot 3008 was conducted on 16 April 2025, returning a Pass with no defects or advisories recorded against the vehicle. Looking at the broader test history, there is a notable pattern of paired entries across consecutive days in both April 2024 and April 2025, with a Fail immediately followed by a Pass each time. While the failure entries do not list specific defect codes within the records provided, this back-to-back pattern typically indicates that a vehicle presented with a minor non-compliance or imminent failure item which was then rectified on the same day or immediately prior to the retest, allowing it to pass on the second attempt. Overall, the maintenance trajectory appears broadly stable, as each annual test ultimately concluded with a Pass, suggesting the owner has been attentive to addressing issues raised during inspection, although the repeat failures warrant a degree of caution. With a recorded mileage of 74,602 miles over approximately nine years, this Peugeot 3008 is averaging around 8,289 miles per annum, which sits comfortably within the typical range for a vehicle of its age and class. There is no evidence within the MOT history of unusually low or erratic mileage accumulation that might suggest prolonged periods of standing, nor any dramatic spikes that would indicate excessive high-mileage use such as motorway commuting or fleet operation. This average usage profile suggests moderate wear across consumables and mechanical components, with components such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and the timing belt or chain service intervals aligning broadly with the mileage accrued rather than being severely aged beyond their intended service life. Given the clean advisory record across the most recent MOT tests and the absence of any recurring defect categories, a prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on age and mileage-related items that do not necessarily trigger an MOT failure but are common concerns for a nine-year-old European vehicle. Externally, the tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, which occurs as a result of UV exposure and age rather than tread wear alone, even if the tread depth remains above the legal minimum. The underbody and suspension components, including the coil springs, wishbones, drop links, and anti-roll bar bushes, should be inspected for surface corrosion and worn or split rubber bushes, as these components deteriorate with age and can produce knocking or clonking noises over speed humps and uneven road surfaces. Brake calipers, particularly on vehicles that see mixed urban use, can suffer from binding or seizing pistons, leading to uneven brake pad wear or a pulling sensation under braking, so a thorough test drive should include several firm stops from moderate speed to check for brake shudder, vibration through the pedal, or uneven disc surface corrosion visible at the wheel rim. Additionally, given that the vehicle is now approaching ten years of service, attention should be directed towards calendar-based servicing items that are not assessed during an MOT but are critical to long-term reliability. The 12-volt battery is a common failure point on vehicles of this age and should be load-tested, as modern Peugeot electrical systems are sensitive to voltage drops which can cause erratic behaviour in the infotainment and sensor systems. Coolant and brake fluid degrade with time regardless of mileage and should be checked for condition and replacement history, with brake fluid ideally renewed every two years due to its hygroscopic nature. The timing belt, if fitted to the engine variant in question, will be approaching or due for replacement on a calendar or mileage basis depending on manufacturer specification, and verifying service book stamps or invoices for this major scheduled item is essential. Finally, a diagnostic scan using Peugeot-compatible equipment is recommended to check for stored fault codes in the engine, transmission, and emissions control systems, as intermittent sensor faults on ageing common-rail diesel or petrol engines may not present symptoms during a short road test but can indicate developing issues.