2022 Peugeot 2008 GT Puretech S/S Auto 1.2L Petrol · Y23 JAB

This 2022 Peugeot 2008 GT presents an essentially clean MOT record, with a single DVSA test on file from April 2025 that returned a pass with no advisories or defects recorded against any of the inspected items. The absence of any flagged components across the standard categories of braking, suspension, tyres, lights, emissions, and structure indicates that, at the point of last statutory inspection, the vehicle met all roadworthiness thresholds without any notable wear points being identified for the owner to monitor. For a four-year-old car, this is a reassuring baseline, although the relatively thin testing history means there is only one official data point to draw conclusions from, rather than a longer trend of recurring advisories that might otherwise reveal developing wear patterns. With 31,455 miles accumulated over approximately four years, this 2008 is running at a fairly typical rate of just under 7,900 miles per year, which sits comfortably within expected usage for a small family crossover. There is no evidence of a multi-year lay-up, which would typically raise concerns about brake disc corrosion, perished rubber components, and stale fluids, nor is there any indication of abnormally high mileage that might accelerate wear on the clutch (though this is an automatic, so a torque converter and transmission oil condition would be the relevant concern), suspension bushes, or engine ancillaries. The moderate annual accumulation suggests the PureTech petrol engine and EAT8 automatic transmission have been exercised regularly enough to avoid the issues associated with short-trip or stationary use, while not being so heavily worked that major service items would have been consumed ahead of schedule. From a buyer inspection standpoint, while the MOT history is sparse, the mechanical priorities for a 2008 of this age and specification should focus on the areas that commonly affect the model. The PureTech 1.2 turbo engine is known for timing belt tensioner and coolant system wear on earlier units, so listen for any timing chain rattle on cold start, check for mayonnaise on the oil cap suggesting head gasket weep, and inspect the coolant expansion tank and lower radiator hose for staining. On the test drive, feel for any judder through the steering wheel under braking, which on this generation can point to warped front discs, and pay attention to whether the automatic transmission shifts smoothly through the gears without any flare, hesitation, or shunt, particularly between second and third and during kickdown. Suspension-wise, push laterally on each front wheel at the top and bottom to check for play in the lower control arms and anti-roll bar drop links, which are common wear items on small Peugeots running on UK roads. Listen for clonking over speed bumps or on uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn front strut top mounts or rear axle bush deterioration. Inspect the underbody and inner wheel arches for any bubbling corrosion along the rear beam, trailing arms, and brake pipe runs, as Peugeot platforms of this era can show early surface corrosion in salt-exposed areas. Finally, confirm that all warning lamps extinguish promptly after start-up, that the stop-start system functions correctly, and that there are no stored powertrain or AdBlue-related fault codes, as these electronic and emissions systems form part of the MOT checks and any intermittent issues would be worth investigating before purchase.