2016 Peugeot 208 1.2L Petrol · WR66 GHA

The 2016 Peugeot 208 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend at its most recent MOT. The November 2025 pass at 69,276 miles came with zero defects whatsoever. This is a significant turnaround from the cluster of failures recorded in November 2023 and November 2024, suggesting the previous owner addressed multiple outstanding issues and has since kept the car in solid mechanical order. The record shows no recurring structural corrosion, no repeated brake failures, and no persistent emissions defects across the entire history, which is reassuring for a ten-year-old supermini. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent. Between November 2023 at 48,623 miles and November 2024 at 59,257 miles, the car covered 10,634 miles in twelve months. The following year, from November 2024 to November 2025, it added exactly 10,019 miles, reaching 69,276 miles. That is roughly 10,000 miles per year, slightly above the national average but well within normal use for a small petrol hatchback. The tight, predictable intervals between tests and the steady annual mileage suggest regular daily use rather than long periods of dormancy, which reduces the risk of deteriorated rubber components, seized brakes, or fuel system problems that plague infrequently driven cars. A buyer should still inspect the front brake discs and pads closely. In November 2023 the tester flagged a front brake disc as significantly and obviously worn at 48,623 miles. While the subsequent two annual tests recorded no further brake defects, indicating replacement or at least adequate thickness was restored, it is worth confirming the current condition and checking whether both sides were done together. The coolant level was also below minimum at that same 2023 test, so check the coolant reservoir for any signs of slow leaks, particularly around the radiator, hose joints, and expansion bottle cap. The tyre history shows repeated advisories and failures for perishing, cracking, and worn edges across multiple axles and both sides between 2023 and 2024. This pattern points to a period of neglected basic upkeep, but the clean 2025 result with no tyre defects suggests fresh rubber was fitted. Examine the sidewalls for uneven wear or feathering, which could indicate tracking or suspension bush wear that has not yet triggered a failure. Finally, pay attention to the electrical system. The 2024 failure recorded a non-working nearside headlamp on dipped beam and a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system. Both were rectified in time for the retest on the same day, but intermittent electrical gremlins can resurface. Test all exterior lights, dashboard warning messages, and the TPMS function before purchase. The headlamp aim should also be checked, as a car that has had a bulb or unit replaced may sit slightly out of alignment. Overall, the MOT record paints a picture of a car that had a rough patch around 2023 but has since been brought up to a well-maintained standard with no outstanding defects at its most recent test.