2013 Peugeot 208 1.4L Diesel · WA13 XEX

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent test on 21 June 2025 at 48,527 miles passed, but only after a failure the previous day on 20 June 2025 at the same recorded mileage. That failure flagged multiple front-end wear items, including excessively worn suspension arm rear bushes on both sides, a worn offside anti-roll bar linkage ball joint, and split constant velocity boots on both front outer drive shafts. The nearside front outer tyre was also worn close to the legal limit. The immediate pass the next day suggests these items were rectified quickly, yet the pattern of recurring front-end advisories and failures points to an underlying trend of wear that has not been fully resolved over time. Mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2013 vehicle, averaging roughly 3,733 miles per year. Between 16 June 2022 at 34,062 miles and 27 June 2024 at 44,536 miles, the car covered approximately 10,474 miles over two years. However, the jump to 48,527 miles by 20 June 2025 represents a further 3,991 miles in under twelve months, suggesting slightly increased use recently. The recorded mileage has remained static at 48,527 miles across both the failed and passed tests in June 2025, indicating either a genuine pause in use or a potential anomaly that warrants verification. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and drivetrain. The June 2024 test at 44,536 miles flagged deteriorated constant velocity boots, slight play in both front anti-roll bar ball joints, and a defective front exhaust mounting. These advisories preceded the June 2025 failure, where suspension arm rear bushes, anti-roll bar linkage, and drive shaft boots deteriorated to the point of rejection. This progression implies that wear in these components has been ongoing and cumulative rather than isolated. Inspect the front lower suspension arms, rear bushes, and anti-roll bar links for play or deterioration, and check both outer constant velocity boots for splits, grease loss, or contamination. Examine the front exhaust mounting for damage or detachment. Tyre condition also warrants attention. The June 2025 failure cited a nearside front outer tyre worn close to the legal limit, and the pass the following day may indicate replacement. Verify tread depth and sidewall condition on all four tyres, including the spare if fitted. Given the low annual mileage, tyre age and sidewall cracking are as relevant as tread depth. A thorough underbody inspection for corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points and subframe areas, is advisable, as low-mileage vehicles that stand for extended periods can develop localised corrosion that compromises structural integrity.