2015 Peugeot 208 1.2L Petrol · YP65 DPF

The most recent MOT, carried out on 22 July 2026, was passed but recorded a series of minor defects and advisories, notably a deteriorated CV joint boot, worn front brake discs on both sides and a slight play in the nearside track‑rod end. Over the preceding five years the vehicle has moved from a major failure in 2021 – involving a fractured front coil spring, a serious exhaust leak and insufficient brake‑pedal travel – to a pattern of mainly advisory items and isolated minor faults. This trajectory indicates that the major safety‑critical failures have been addressed and the car’s condition has stabilised, although the persistence of wear‑related advisories suggests that some components are approaching the end of their service life. At 102,975 mi the 2015 Peugeot 208 averages roughly 9,300 mi per annum, which is typical for a vehicle of its age. The mileage does not point to any periods of extreme use or prolonged idling, but it does mean that consumables such as brakes, suspension bushes and tyres have been subjected to a moderate amount of wear. The relatively steady annual usage reduces the likelihood of sudden, hidden fatigue, yet it also implies that time‑based degradation – for example rubber hardening, corrosion of steel components and fluid oxidation – will be advancing in parallel with mileage wear. Prospective buyers should give particular attention to the front braking system. The advisories about worn, pitted discs on both sides mean that disc thickness is approaching the minimum safe limit; a visual inspection should confirm the remaining depth and look for scoring or cracking. During a test drive listen for any pulsation or shudder when applying the brakes, especially under moderate to heavy braking, and feel for any increase in pedal travel that could indicate disc wear or caliper binding. The CV joint boot on the off‑side front axle shows severe deterioration, so inspect the boot for cracks or grease leakage and listen for a clicking or whine when turning at low speed, which would signal impending joint failure. The nearside track‑rod end and the off‑side lower suspension arm ball joint both exhibit slight play; check for any clunk or looseness when the steering wheel is rocked at a standstill and watch for uneven tyre wear that could betray worn bushings. The minor front‑exhaust leak should be examined for signs of rust or carbon buildup around the joint, and a faint hissing or exhaust note at idle would confirm that the leak persists. Beyond the recurring items, the buyer should verify the condition of the tyres, ensuring that tread depth exceeds the legal 1.6 mm and that sidewalls are free of age‑related cracking, as rubber can perish even on low‑mileage cars. Test the 12‑volt battery voltage and check for any signs of sulfation, especially if the car has spent long periods stationary. Inspect all fluid levels – engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and power‑steering fluid – and confirm that they have been changed at the intervals recommended by Peugeot, since time‑based degradation can occur regardless of mileage. Finally, confirm that the registration‑plate lamp and nearside headlamp are operational, as previous failures suggest they may have been intermittently faulty, and request a full service history to corroborate that the major 2021 faults, such as the fractured coil spring and the serious exhaust leak, have been rectified with appropriate component replacements.