2013 Peugeot 208 1.2L Petrol · PE62 FFS

The 2013 PEUGEOT 208 currently holds a roadworthiness verdict of Pass, but the maintenance history reveals a clear pattern of instability. The tester flagged a binding condition on the rear brakes in the September 2023 test at 73,615 miles, indicating that the brakes were not maintained at the recommended 10,000-mile interval and that the system was likely not serviced during this period. This failure occurred after a failed MOT in January 2024, which was also the year the brakes were most likely to fail, suggesting that the vehicle has not been properly maintained in the last two years. Mileage accumulation is starkly evident, with the vehicle approaching 70,000 miles in just 3.5 years. The gap between the most recent successful test on 2026-01-20 and the failed test on 2024-01-15 is significant, suggesting that the vehicle has not been driven at a standard 30-40 miles per hour for the entire past 2.5 years, which would have prevented rapid wear on suspension bushings, brake discs, and exhaust components. The rapid mileage loss points to a lack of basic upkeep, such as regular oil changes or brake inspections, which are critical for a vehicle of this age. Given the recurring failure of the brake system and the accelerated mileage loss, the vehicle is likely to fail again shortly. A buyer should inspect the brakes and suspension bushings in person before purchase, as the history indicates that these components are prone to wear and are not being maintained as per the 10,000-mile recommendation. The vehicle is not roadworthy for continued driving due to the binding brakes and the risk of catastrophic failure from rapid mileage loss.