2017 Peugeot 108 1.0L Petrol · SA67 SLV

A pattern of repeated front suspension advisories is the defining mechanical thread running through this Peugeot 108's MOT history. The earliest recorded concern appeared in 2023 with fluctuating front brake performance and pitted front brake discs, followed by a recurring advisory on the nearside front lower suspension arm rear bush flagged in both 2024 and 2025. The most recent test on 23 March 2026 was a pass, but the front Macpherson strut assemblies on both sides were recorded as corroded though not seriously weakened. While none of these items have yet crossed the failure threshold, the consistency of the same components being flagged year on year indicates progressive wear on the front suspension and braking hardware that is unlikely to have improved between tests. The mileage profile shows a low annual accumulation of approximately 4,075 miles over nine years, with continuous annual testing and no multi-year gaps in the MOT record. This rate of use is substantially below average and means the vehicle has covered relatively few miles per component, reducing wear on the engine, transmission, and major drivetrain parts. However, lower mileage Peugeot 108s of this generation can be prone to corrosion settling into suspension struts and subframe mounting areas, particularly around the front suspension turrets, exactly where the latest advisories are centred. The combination of light use and localised corrosion at the front strut assemblies suggests the corrosion is driven by age and environmental exposure rather than high-mileage mechanical fatigue. A prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the front suspension on a test drive. Listen for clonks or knocking from the front corners when traversing speed bumps or uneven tarmac, which would indicate the nearside lower arm rear bush has progressed beyond the advisory stage. Steering vagueness, irregular tyre wear across the front axle, or a sense of the front end shifting under load are further indicators that the worn bush requires replacement. Examine the visible strut bodies in the engine bay for any surface bubbling, flaking paint, or deep scaling beyond light surface oxidation, as the latest advisories sit just below the failure threshold and any deterioration could push them over at the next test. The braking system also warrants close inspection given the 2023 advisory on both front discs and the fluctuating nearside brake. On a road test, the pedal should feel firm and progressive without excessive travel, and there should be no judder or vibration through the steering wheel under moderate to firm braking, which would suggest the discs have worn past their skimable limit. Lift each front wheel by hand to confirm the caliper slides freely without binding, as seized caliper slides can accelerate disc wear unevenly. Tyres should be checked for uneven shoulder wear, particularly on the nearside front where the worn bush can alter camber. Finally, confirm that all brake flexipes and underbody metalwork beneath the front suspension remain free of corrosion, given the combination of light use and the strut corrosion advisories already present.