2017 Peugeot 208 1.2L Petrol · SF17 KSA

The 2017 Peugeot 208 holds a valid MOT following the March 2026 test at 101,137 miles, though the maintenance trend reveals a persistent issue with uneven tyre wear. The vehicle passed its most recent inspection, but only after an initial failure on the same day for illegal offside rear tread depth and a nearside rear advisory. This pattern of edge wear and sidewall damage indicates ongoing neglect of wheel alignment or suspension geometry. Suspension components appear to have stabilized, as the March 2024 failure for an excessively worn Macpherson strut pin or bush and slight play in the lower suspension arm ball joint did not recur in 2025 or 2026. Accumulating 101,137 miles over nine years results in an average annual mileage of roughly 11,237 miles, which is typical for this age of vehicle. The recorded intervals show a notable uptick in usage recently. Between March 2025 at 86,366 miles and March 2026 at 101,137 miles, the car covered 14,771 miles, significantly higher than the 10,503 miles recorded in the preceding twelve-month period. This increased recent mileage has accelerated consumable degradation, directly contributing to the tyre wear advisories seen in the latest tests. A physical inspection must focus on the front suspension geometry and wheel alignment. The repeated advisories for inside and outside edge wear on the front tyres, coupled with the historical failure for an excessively worn Macpherson strut pin or bush, suggest the suspension setup remains compromised. Previous owners likely ignored routine wheel alignment checks, leading to rapid tyre degradation. Buyers should thoroughly inspect the front suspension bushes, ball joints, and strut mounts for play or perishing. The sidewall perishing noted in March 2025 also raises questions about tyre age and UV exposure, meaning a tyre replacement will likely be imminent regardless of remaining tread depth. Check the inner edges of the rear tyres closely, as the recent failure highlights a persistent issue with rear alignment or camber wear on this vehicle.