2014 Peugeot 208 1.6L Diesel · PY14 OPT

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT in February 2026, but this result came immediately after a same-day failure due to dangerous brake wear. The test history reveals a persistent and worsening issue with the rear braking system that has been flagged for several years. The primary risk pattern involves the rear brake discs and pads. In 2022, advisories were recorded for worn, pitted, or scored discs on all four corners. By 2024, the front discs appeared to have been addressed, but the rear discs were again noted as worn and pitted. The situation culminated in the February 2026 failure, where the car was rejected because the rear inner brake pads on both sides had worn down to less than 1.5 mm. To pass the test, it is evident that the rear brake pads were replaced, yet the rear discs were left in place. The pass certificate still lists these discs as an advisory for being worn, pitted, or scored. This indicates a repair strategy that meets the minimum legal requirement rather than resolving the underlying component degradation. The mileage is approximately 49,008 miles over 12 years, which equates to very low annual usage.