2011 Peugeot 3008 1.6L Diesel · YY60 UKC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of deferred repairs and structural degradation. While it passed its latest test on 10 June 2025 at 125,538 miles, it failed just one day prior due to multiple mechanical defects. The recurring nature of the offside front suspension arm bushes, which appeared consistently between 2023 and 2025, suggests that the owner only addresses components when they reach failure thresholds rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per year. The car covered 10,206 miles between the June 2023 and June 2024 tests, and another 8,284 miles in the following 12-month period. This steady usage indicates the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, but the cumulative mileage combined with its age has led to significant wear on rubber components and metalwork, as evidenced by the persistent advisories regarding the suspension and the chassis. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the offside rear integral body structure. The 2025 test flagged corrosion that does not yet reduce structural rigidity, but surface rust on a Peugeot of this age often progresses rapidly into perforating corrosion if not treated. The nearside rear coil spring has also been noted as corroded since 2024, which increases the risk of spring failure under load. The front suspension should be thoroughly checked for further play in the arm bushes, as the tester repeatedly flagged these areas across three different years. Additionally, the previously-split offside front drive shaft CV boot from 2023 necessitates a close look for any grease leakage or heat damage to the joint. Given the history of uneven tyre wear and perished sidewalls, a full alignment check and tyre inspection are required to ensure the vehicle is not consuming consumables prematurely.