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WF12 JVL

2012 Peugeot 508

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

154,880 mi
Last recorded154,880 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Peugeot 50889,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF12 JVL
MakePeugeot
Model508
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 154,880 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.6.1 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 151,746 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear bar (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2025 151,946 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested dipped beam not working (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear bar (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 147,292 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s rear slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2024 147,292 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam prs 477 bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s rear slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 130,724 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 130,724 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 113,065 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 90,616 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Feb 2021 90,616 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 86,247 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 86,247 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 78,452 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 78,458 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2018 68,310 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 Feb 2018 68,310 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 58,919 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 42,075 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2016 42,072 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 22,422 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot 508?

Based on 238,483 MOT tests across 24,271 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
8,388
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
24,271
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,335
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,050
Registration plate lamp not working 1,126
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WF12 JVL is a 2012 Peugeot 508 in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2012 Peugeot 508 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 89,326 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Peugeot 508 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,335 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WF12 JVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 508 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Peugeot 508 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WF12 JVL registered?

WF12 JVL is a 2012 Peugeot 508, first registered on 28 March 2012.

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