2018 Peugeot 3008 1.5L Diesel · P33 KAD

The most recent MOT history for this 2018 Peugeot 3008, tested just eight months ago on 2025-10-20, reveals a concerning anomaly: a single failure on the very day before passing. No defects were recorded in either test, which suggests either a rare administrative oversight or a transient issue resolved between tests. The preceding tests from 2023 and 2022 show consistent passes with no advisories, indicating no recurring mechanical failures. However, the lack of any recorded defects—even minor—is unusual for a vehicle of this age and mileage, as even well-maintained cars typically accumulate advisories for wear items like suspension bushes or brake pads. The absence of any advisories in the last three tests implies either meticulous maintenance or a history of deferred inspections. The mileage progression of 10,757 miles annually is typical for a vehicle of this age, though the gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests—16,702 miles in just over a year—suggests either intensive use or a period of consistent driving. The most recent 11,612 miles covered between tests in 2024 and 2025 aligns with this pattern, but the identical mileage at both the failed and passed tests in October 2025 is notable and warrants clarification. Without additional service records, it’s impossible to determine whether this was a genuine mechanical issue or a procedural error, but the consistency in mileage between tests raises questions about the vehicle’s true condition during that period. Given the lack of advisories in the MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-wear components that are not routinely tested under MOT standards. The suspension—particularly the coil springs, bushes, and dampers—should be examined for uneven wear or binding, as these are common failure points in vehicles of this age and mileage. Brake discs and calipers, though not flagged in MOTs, may show uneven wear or corrosion, especially if the vehicle has seen wet or heavy urban use. Structural integrity, including underbody corrosion around the sills, wheel arches, and exhaust system, should also be thoroughly checked, as rust can compromise safety-critical components without being visible from the exterior. The absence of advisories in recent tests does not guarantee these areas are free from degradation, and a professional inspection is essential to verify the vehicle’s true condition beyond the MOT’s limited scope.