2018 Peugeot 3008 1.5L Diesel · OY68 KME

The defining mechanical characteristic of this 2018 Peugeot 3008 is a persistent pattern of CV joint boot deterioration, evident in five of the six recorded tests, which suggests an unresolved sealing issue at the front axle constant velocity joints. The most recent test on 25 August 2026 returned a pass, but the same nearside and offside front outer CV boot defects were recorded as minors on this occasion and on the failure four days prior, having also been flagged in 2024 and 2025. This recurrence across multiple annual tests indicates a chronic ingress point for road grime and water, conditions that accelerate internal joint wear and can lead to clicking under load, vibration through the transmission, and ultimately joint replacement if not rectified. Also of concern is the 2022 Dangerous failure for front brake pads below 1.5 mm, a serious safety defect that was rectified before the subsequent re-test, and the current advisories for both front brake discs showing pitting and scoring, which point to ongoing friction surface degradation. Against a recorded mileage of 67,170 miles over approximately eight years, the vehicle has averaged around 8,400 miles per year, a figure consistent with typical private use and well within the parameters one would expect for this age and class. There are no significant testing gaps or extended absences from the road, and the mileage progression between tests is broadly linear, indicating continuous regular use rather than long lay-up periods. This steady accumulation is mechanically relevant because the components flagged in the record, particularly the brake discs, suspension bushes, and constant velocity joints, are wear items that deteriorate in direct relation to mileage and urban driving conditions. The recurring tyre wear advisories on the offside front edge also corroborate a usage pattern consistent with regular cornering, perhaps with kerb contact, and the front-end geometry should be checked accordingly. For a prospective buyer, the priority inspection items are the front brake discs and pads, given the recent advisory for pitting on both sides and the 2022 history of dangerously worn pads. On a test drive, listen for any grinding or squealing under moderate braking, feel for vibration or judder through the steering wheel, and check for the brake warning light illuminating. The constant velocity boots should be physically examined for fresh grease deposits on the inside of the wheel rims or on the suspension components beneath, and any clicking or knocking when turning at full lock, particularly on full lock in reverse, would suggest internal joint damage. The nearside front road wheel was noted as slightly distorted on the latest test, so a run-flat inspection for run-out, a balance check, and a close look at the offside front tyre for uneven shoulder wear are advisable. Additionally, the TPMS light advisory noted in 2022 and again on the recent failure suggests the tyre pressure monitoring sensors may require attention, and the registration plate lamp, having been a recurring minor defect, should be verified as functional on both sides. Finally, the overall MOT record for this 3008 contains one Dangerous failure, one further failure, and a steady accumulation of advisories, meaning a prospective buyer should not treat the test certificate alone as a guarantee of condition. The chronic CV boot issue, in particular, warrants a pre-purchase inspection with the vehicle on a ramp so that the boots, drive shafts, and surrounding suspension components can be examined in detail. Given the mileage and the age of the friction materials, budgeting for front brake discs and pads, a pair of CV boots, and potentially a geometry alignment would be a prudent approach before committing to purchase.