2011 Peugeot 3008 1.6L Diesel · S12 ABG

This Peugeot 3008 demonstrates a stable roadworthiness trend over the past three MOT cycles, with the most recent test on 2025-08-14 confirming no defects and a clean pass. The absence of advisories or recurring failures in the last two years suggests the vehicle has been maintained at a basic level, though the record’s sporadic nature—with two failed tests in 2023 and 2024—implies either administrative oversight or a brief period of neglect. The final pass in August 2025, just over a year ago, aligns with the standard three-year MOT interval, but the lack of intermediate servicing details leaves critical components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers unaccounted for beyond the tester’s cursory checks. The recorded mileage of 89,195 miles over approximately 15 years—roughly 5,946 miles annually—indicates unusually light use for a vehicle of this age, which could mean prolonged periods of storage or limited driving. The gap between tests in 2023 and 2024, where two consecutive failures occurred on the same date, raises suspicion of either a delayed MOT submission or a temporary lapse in vehicle operation. Without service records, it’s impossible to confirm whether the low mileage correlates with regular maintenance or deferred upkeep, but the pattern suggests the owner may not have prioritised routine inspections. Given the sparse MOT history, a prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear axle where binding calipers or worn bushes could have been overlooked. Corrosion around wheel arches, subframes, and exhaust mounts—common in this model—should be examined closely, as should brake discs for uneven wear or heat damage. The absence of advisories does not preclude hidden issues; the 2023 failures, despite passing on retest, warrant scrutiny of electrical systems or minor emissions-related components that might recur. A pre-purchase diagnostic focusing on structural integrity and brake efficiency is advisable to mitigate risks associated with the vehicle’s inconsistent MOT history.