2023 Peugeot 2008 GT Premium EV Electric · YB72 OGJ

The latest DVSA MOT test for this 2023 Peugeot 2008 GT Premium EV was conducted on 3 August 2026 and resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. The only prior test entry, dated 26 January 2026, also returned a clean pass with no recorded advisories or failures. With two consecutive examinations producing unblemished results and no recurring component flags across the available history, the documented maintenance trend should be regarded as stable and consistent. While a limited two-test history cannot fully establish long-term mechanical reliability, the absence of any advisory notes relating to braking performance, suspension wear, tyre condition, or electrical systems is a reassuring indicator for a prospective buyer. It is worth noting that as an EV, this vehicle does not produce exhaust emissions, so traditional emissions-related advisories are not a factor in its MOT record. Recorded mileage stands at 7,306 miles over an approximate three-year period, equating to around 2,435 miles per year. This is notably low for the vehicle's age and well below typical average annual mileage for a passenger car in the UK. Low recorded mileage is not inherently problematic, but it does prompt consideration of the mechanical implications associated with light running and prolonged standing periods. Components most susceptible to degradation through infrequent use rather than wear include brake discs and pads, which can suffer from surface corrosion and caliper binding due to lack of regular operation, the 12V auxiliary battery, which can sulphate and lose capacity if not kept regularly charged, and suspension bushes and coil springs, which can develop flat spots or stiffness. Tyres, despite having ample tread depth, may also exhibit sidewall cracking or perishing from age if the vehicle has been stored for extended intervals. Additionally, the high-voltage traction battery and associated thermal management system should be verified for optimal state of health, as prolonged inactivity without appropriate conditioning can affect long-term performance. Given the clean MOT history and low usage profile, practical physical inspection should focus primarily on age-related and standing-related wear rather than mileage-driven degradation. On a test drive, particular attention should be paid to brake feel, listening for any grinding, scraping, or juddering under light application which could indicate corroded discs or seized caliper slide pins, and noting whether the vehicle pulls to one side under braking. The tyres should be physically inspected for signs of sidewall perishing, micro-cracking, or uneven wear patterns, particularly flat spotting from stationary periods, and the manufacturing date codes should be reviewed as tyres older than five years from production warrant replacement regardless of remaining tread. Brake pedal travel and firmness should be assessed, and the handbrake holding ability on an incline evaluated to confirm caliper mechanisms are functioning freely. Any unusual clonks from the suspension over speed humps or uneven surfaces would warrant further inspection of the anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, and MacPherson strut top mountings. Finally, verification of time-based servicing items is essential given the calendar age versus mileage disparity. Brake fluid should be renewed every two years regardless of mileage due to its hygroscopic nature, and the condition can be checked via a refractometer or by reviewing service records. Coolant for the high-voltage battery thermal management system typically requires replacement at extended intervals but should be confirmed as up to date. The 12V auxiliary battery, critical for powering control systems and enabling the high-voltage system to wake up, should be load tested to confirm it is holding charge, particularly if the vehicle has been left standing for prolonged periods. Cabin and pollen filters often require replacement based on time rather than mileage. A pre-purchase diagnostic scan using dealer-level equipment, such as Peugeot's DiagBox, is strongly recommended to interrogate the high-voltage battery state of health, check for any stored fault codes in the powertrain and body control modules, and verify that all EV-specific software is current. Confirming a complete main dealer or specialist service history will provide further assurance that the manufacturer-recommended inspections, including the high-voltage system checks required at specific intervals, have been carried out conscientiously.