2013 Peugeot 208 1.2L Petrol · YF63 VFV

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status following a clean pass in April 2026 at 60,987 miles. The maintenance trend shows marked improvement after a period of significant mechanical failure in early 2025. While the car failed multiple tests due to emissions and lighting issues, the subsequent passes in 2025 and 2026 indicate that the owner addressed the necessary faults to return the car to a compliant standard. The mileage profile is notably low for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. There is a visible gap in usage between the 2024 test at 57,010 miles and the 2025 test at 59,648 miles, where only 2,638 miles were covered over a year. This pattern suggests the car sits for long periods or is used only for very short trips, which can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and fluid seals despite the low mechanical wear on the drivetrain. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the exhaust system, as the April 2025 failure highlighted leaks in both the front flexi and the rear section. Given the previous lambda and carbon monoxide reading failures during that period, it is vital to ensure the oxygen sensors and catalytic converter are functioning correctly and have not been merely bypassed. The inspector should also check for seized calipers or rusted brake discs, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from surface corrosion and pitting due to insufficient use of the braking system.