2015 Peugeot 5008 1.6L Diesel · SP65 LMK

A pattern of front suspension wear dominates the mechanical history of this 2015 Peugeot 5008, with the 2024 test cycle flagging three major defects simultaneously: an offside front lower suspension arm bush excessively worn, a nearside front lower coil spring fractured or broken, and a nearside front upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing with excessive wear or free play. That cluster of failures, all on the front axle, points to a vehicle whose primary load-bearing and locating components had reached the end of their service life at a single point in time rather than gradual incremental degradation. The most recent test on 9 July 2026 recorded a pass, but it was only secured after repairs following the 8 July 2026 failure, and the advisory list still includes an offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn at the rear bush, suggesting that the front suspension geometry may not have been fully resolved. Combined with the recurring nearside front strut top mount advisory and the wishbone bush replacement, the front end is the area that has historically demanded the most attention on this vehicle. With 81,565 miles recorded over approximately eleven years, usage averages around 7,400 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a family-oriented MPV of this age and sits comfortably within expected wear rates for consumables and suspension components. There are no notable gaps in the testing record or evidence of long periods off the road, and mileage accumulation between tests appears consistent year on year. At this accumulation rate, items such as front brake pads and discs, tyres, and lower suspension bushes will have been worked through their normal service intervals, which aligns with the recorded advisories. The fractured coil spring recorded in 2024 is worth noting specifically: coil springs on Peugeots of this generation are a known wear item, and a second failure on the same axle cannot be ruled out given the mileage already covered. For a prospective buyer, the priority on any inspection should be a thorough evaluation of the front suspension, as this is the area where the vehicle has repeatedly failed. With the vehicle jacked or on a ramp, check the offside lower wishbone rear bush for play, as this was flagged as worn in the most recent test, and have the nearside front strut top mount and bearing assessed for free play, since it was a major failure in 2024. On the road, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front end over speed humps and uneven surfaces, particularly from the offside, and pay attention to any vagueness in steering response or a knocking sensation when turning at low speed, which would indicate renewed wear in the top mount or wishbone bushes. Visually inspect both front coil springs for any signs of corrosion pitting or cracking, particularly on the nearside where a fracture was previously recorded, and check the tyres for uneven inner or outer edge wear, which would confirm suspension geometry issues rather than alignment alone. Secondary items worth scrutinising on a test drive include the headlamp aim, as both headlamps were recorded as too high on the 2026 failure, suggesting either a suspension height issue or a misaligned unit following component changes. Verify that both dipped beams project at the correct height against a wall, and that the central high-mounted stop lamp illuminates correctly, as multiple light source failure was also a major defect at the last failure. Tyres should be checked for legal tread depth and any uneven wear patterns, particularly on the front pair given the recurring edge-wear advisories in 2022 and 2023. Finally, examine the roof rack mounting points for loose or corroded fixings, as a roof rack bolt was flagged as loose at the most recent failure, which may indicate underlying corrosion in the roof panel or simply a poorly secured accessory.