2012 Peugeot 208 1.6L Diesel · PJ12 CYA

The maintenance trend for this 2012 Peugeot 208 is stable and reflects a properly maintained vehicle. The most recent MOT on 19 December 2025 at 127,934 miles passed with zero defects recorded, demonstrating strong current roadworthiness. A prior test on 21 November 2024 at 119,697 miles also passed cleanly. An anomaly exists on that same November 2024 date where a failed test at the identical mileage shows no defects recorded, indicating an aborted test or an immediate rectification before the subsequent pass. The overall trajectory remains positive, with the car consistently meeting required standards over the last three years. The mileage accumulation sits at roughly 9,138 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. Between the December 2022 test at 102,269 miles and the November 2023 test at 111,170 miles, the car covered 8,901 miles over nearly twelve months. The following year saw 8,527 miles added between November 2023 and November 2024. Mileage accumulation then slowed slightly, with 8,237 miles recorded between the November 2024 test and the December 2025 test. This pattern indicates consistent, moderate use without any alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the recorded history. Despite the clean MOT record, a physical inspection remains essential for a 14-year-old vehicle approaching 128,000 miles. Buyers should closely examine the suspension components, specifically the coil springs and suspension bushes, for signs of wear common at this mileage. The braking system requires scrutiny for uneven wear on the brake discs and binding calipers, which can develop progressively without triggering an MOT failure until severe. Structural integrity around the sills and subframes demands a thorough check for corrosion, as surface rust can escalate quickly on older models. Verifying the condition of the exhaust system and ensuring the engine management light functions correctly will rule out intermittent exhaust emissions issues that might not present during a static test.