2014 Peugeot 2008 1.2L Petrol · PJ64 JDZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test on 14 March 2025 at 65,510 miles showed a pass following an immediate failure for a headlamp malfunction and three worn tyres. While these specific issues were rectified, the trend of multiple failures between 2022 and 2025 suggests that mechanical defects are only addressed once they reach the point of legal failure. At 65,510 miles over 12 years, the car has covered low mileage, averaging approximately 5,460 miles per year. The record shows a very clean period between 2017 and 2020, where no defects were recorded. However, the interval between 2022 and 2025 shows a significant increase in reported faults despite only roughly 13,000 miles being covered in those years. This pattern often suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods, leading to the perishing of rubber-based components rather than mileage-related mechanical wear. A buyer must focus closely on the front suspension assembly, as the history flags recurring issues with the nearside front ball joint, suspension arm bushes, and wheel bearing across 2022 and 2024. These components are prone to degradation when a vehicle sits without regular use. The exhaust system also requires a physical check for security, as it was flagged as insecure in October 2022. Tyre condition remains a primary concern. The repeated reports of cracking and perishing in 2021 and 2022 indicate that the rubber is aging out of its life regardless of tread depth. Despite the 2025 pass, an inspector should verify the sidewalls for dry rot to ensure the owner has not simply replaced aged tyres with budget. The lack of structural corrosion advisories in the record is positive, but the mechanical failures necessitate a thorough underbody inspection of bushings and mounting points.