2016 Peugeot 108 1.0L Petrol · WA16 OKC

The 2016 Peugeot 108 presents a mixed maintenance picture. The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 28 March 2026, yet the tester flagged worn front suspension arm pins or bushes on both sides, noting the wear had not yet resulted in excessive movement. This is a recurring concern. The same defect appeared on the 2029 March 2025 test, again on both sides, meaning the condition has persisted across two consecutive annual inspections without documented repair. The trend here is not one of resolution but of ongoing deterioration in front-end suspension components, which warrants closer scrutiny despite the current pass status. The mileage record raises its own questions. The vehicle has covered just 15,514 miles over roughly ten years, averaging approximately 1,551 miles per year, which is exceptionally low. However, the recorded mileages do not follow a smooth progression. Between the 23 March 2024 test at 10,197 miles and the 29 March 2025 test at 17,383 miles, the car accumulated 7,186 miles in a single year, a sharp jump compared to the prior annual average. Then, by the 28 March 2026 test, the recorded mileage dropped to 15,514 miles, which is lower than the previous year's figure. This discrepancy suggests a possible data recording error, a replaced instrument cluster, or a period of non-use followed by recommissioning. A buyer should verify the true mileage against service records, a HPI check, and physical wear indicators such as seat bolsters, pedal rubbers, and steering wheel condition. The front suspension bushes appearing as an advisory in two consecutive tests indicate progressive wear in a critical load-bearing area. While neither test recorded excessive movement, the persistence suggests the bushes are approaching the threshold where replacement will become necessary. The 2023 brake disc advisory, noting slight pitting on both front discs, combined with a wiper blade failure on the same test date, points to a period where basic consumable upkeep may have been neglected. That said, the 2024 test was entirely clean, and the most recent test shows no brake or wiper defects, so some corrective attention appears to have been given in the interim. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front lower suspension arms, checking for play in the bushes and ball joints under load. The front brake discs and pads should be measured for thickness and lateral run-out, given the earlier pitting advisory. Examine the subframe and suspension mounting points for corrosion, particularly if the vehicle has stood for extended periods. Finally, confirm the mileage anomaly with documentary evidence before committing, as an unexplained discrepancy can affect both the vehicle's value and its service history reliability.