2014 Peugeot 208 1.2L Petrol · YP63 XSW

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward mechanical wear after years of stability. The most recent test in November 2025 at 53,639 miles identified a slight play in the nearside rear wheel bearing. This follows a December 2024 test where the tester flagged a minor exhaust gas leak at the central front section. While the car has consistently passed its tests, the progression from minor bulb failures to mechanical component wear suggests that now require attention. The mileage profile is significantly low for a 2014-registration, averaging approximately 4,470 miles per year. The data shows consistent but infrequent use, moving from 30,973 miles in December 2021 to 53,639 miles by late 2025. This low usage explains the lack of heavy-related failures, but it also correlates with the recurring issues seen with rubber-based components and tyres which degrade due to age and exposure rather than distance traveled. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the aging rubber and suspension components. The record reveals a recurring history of perishing tyres, with faults dating back to 2021 when tyres were already eight years old. By 2023 and 2024, multiple tyres showed cracking or reached legal tread limits. Furthermore, the history of distorted nearside rear wheel rims in both 2021 and 2022 suggests a history of impact or heavy kering, which may have caused alignment issues or stressed the suspension geometry. The nearside rear wheel bearing noted in the 2025 record requires immediate verification to prevent a future failure or excessive noise. Additionally, the exhaust leak identified in late 2024 should be checked to ensure it has been rectified or worsened. Because there is no structural corrosion or deep rust mentioned in the history, the primary risks for this vehicle remain age-related degradation of tyres, bushes, and bearing components.