2020 Peugeot 208 Allure Puretech S/S Auto 1.2L Petrol · SA20 OCS

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently passing, but the maintenance trend is not stable; it is deteriorating in the most critical areas. The most recent test on 2026-02-24 at 22,347 miles was a PASSED, yet the history reveals a significant gap in critical components. The tester flagged a cut on the nearside front tyre, which is a serious structural failure requiring immediate attention, whereas the offside front tyre also shows a cut but is only barely passing the inspection limit. This indicates that the owner has likely neglected basic upkeep, such as tyre rotation and alignment checks, leading to the current state of wear. The mileage pattern suggests rapid accumulation of wear components despite the low number of recorded miles. The vehicle has been tested in 2026, 2025, and 2024, with the most recent test occurring in 2026. This gap between the last MOT and the current date represents a potential loss of safety margin, as the vehicle has exceeded its safe operating limit for the last year. The rapid mileage accumulation is likely driven by high consumption of brake discs, which are prone to pitting and scoring, or by excessive use of tyres, which are prone to abrasion and sidewall damage. Given the recurring faults in the nearside front tyre and the lack of a clean history for suspension and brake systems, a buyer should inspect the vehicle in person to identify any structural rust in the chassis or undercarriage, as well as verify the condition of the brake discs and suspension bushings. The lack of a clean history for suspension components suggests that the owner may not have performed regular suspension checks, potentially allowing for bushing wear or spring fatigue. Furthermore, the presence of a cut on the nearside front tyre necessitates a full inspection of the wheel well and suspension linkage to prevent further damage to the vehicle's structural integrity.