2023 Peugeot 5008 1.5L Diesel · WD72 UBZ

The MOT history for this 2023 Peugeot 5008 is presently a single sheet clean of recorded defects, with the only test on file dated 23 February 2026 returning a pass with no advisories or failures noted. That single data point represents the baseline of the vehicle's official roadworthiness record, and from a regulatory standpoint there are no flagged items to weigh against a purchase decision. The absence of any advisory entries is reassuring for a three-year-old vehicle, although it must be contextualised by the fact that only one MOT has been completed, which is the minimum possible sample size. The first statutory test for this age of vehicle was therefore the inaugural opportunity for an examiner to log wear-related items, and the clean sheet at this stage reflects either genuinely pristine condition at that point or simply that no component had yet deteriorated to advisory threshold. A mileage of 41,396 on a vehicle first registered in 2023 equates to approximately 13,800 miles per annum, which sits noticeably above the average for a car of this age in the UK. This rate of accumulation places above-average demand on the major mechanical consumables. Brake discs and pads, clutch friction material, drive belts, and the engine and gearbox internals will all have experienced more thermal and load cycles than a lower-mileage equivalent. Tyres will also have required replacement sooner, and the suspension assembly, including bushes, drop links, top mounts, and coil springs, will have been subjected to a higher count of road impacts over a shorter period. There are no gaps or irregularities in the recorded mileage to suggest periods off the road, and no rapid jumps that would imply clocking concerns; the usage profile appears consistent and continuous. Because the MOT history contains no advisory items, there are no specific components pre-flagged for buyer due diligence. However, the above-average annual mileage means that a careful physical inspection is worthwhile in the areas most exposed to wear. On a test drive, listen for clonks or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps and rough surfaces, particularly indicative of worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or bottom arm bushes, all of which are common wear items on the EMP2 platform used by this generation of 5008. Feel for any vibration through the steering wheel under braking, which would suggest warped front brake discs, and check for any pulling to one side which could indicate uneven pad wear or a binding caliper. Listen for any whirring or humming from the front wheels that changes with speed, pointing to wheel bearing wear, and inspect the underside of the vehicle for any signs of oil misting around the engine sump, turbocharger, or areas of the underbody. A further worthwhile check is a thorough inspection of the tyres for both tread depth and evenness of wear across the axle, as inner shoulder wear often points to misaligned suspension geometry. The brake pedal should feel firm and progressive with no sponginess, and the clutch should engage smoothly without any slipping under load or judder when pulling away. Given the higher than average mileage, it would be prudent to budget for replacement of items such as the rear brake discs and pads if they have not recently been renewed, as these tend to wear at a more linear rate and may be approaching the end of their service life. Finally, confirm the full service history matches the recorded mileage and that the timing belt or chain service interval, whichever applies to the specific engine variant, has been observed according to manufacturer schedule.