2017 Peugeot 3008 1.2L Petrol · SA67 DDZ

A consistent pattern of recurring failures and initial test refusals defines the roadworthiness history of this Peugeot, culminating in a pass on May 6, 2026, after a retest for a fractured offside rear coil spring and a dangerously low nearside front tyre. This vehicle has failed every single annual MOT test recorded between 2023 and 2026 before subsequently passing on retest. Rather than showing a stable or improving trajectory, the record reveals persistent mechanical vulnerability across steering joints, constant velocity boots, anti-roll bar linkages, suspension springs, and consumable tyre items that consistently require corrective intervention annually. Accumulating 71,232 miles over its nine-year lifespan yields an average of roughly 7,915 miles per year, representing a standard annual mileage pattern for this class of vehicle. Testing has occurred consistently on an annual basis without any extended gaps or unusual lay-ups that might indicate prolonged periods of inactivity. This steady rate of usage means that wear and tear has accrued progressively across the drivetrain, steering components, and suspension geometry through normal daily operation rather than sudden deterioration from sitting idle. On a prospective test drive, you should pay meticulous attention to the front suspension and steering systems, listening for knocking or clunking noises over potholes and speed bumps, which would indicate recurring wear in the anti-roll bar ball joints or track rod ends previously flagged on test. Check for any play or vagueness in the steering wheel during cornering, and inspect the front driveshaft CV boots for any fresh grease leakage or tearing. It is also vital to examine the condition of all four coil springs for signs of fresh corrosion or structural fatigue, and ensure the ride height sits evenly on level ground. Finally, verify the condition of the tyres, windscreen wipers, and washer systems, as these ancillary items have frequently triggered major and dangerous failure notices in past test cycles. Check the inner and outer tread edges of each tyre for uneven wear patterns that could point to lingering wheel alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. Confirm that all electrical accessories, including the windscreen washers and wiper mechanisms, operate correctly, and inspect the service history to verify when structural components like suspension springs and anti-roll bar linkages were last replaced in relation to these repeated MOT failures.