2022 PEUGEOT 308 ACTIVE PREMIUM P-TECH SS A1.2L Petrol

This Peugeot 308 demonstrates a stable roadworthiness profile, with both recent MOT tests—conducted on 2025-12-22 at 20,611 miles and 2024-12-23 at 13,403 miles—resulting in clean passes without defects or advisories. The absence of recurring issues across these tests suggests the vehicle has been maintained at a basic level, though no evidence of proactive servicing or wear-and-tear monitoring is visible in the record. The most recent test, just over seven months ago, aligns with the standard 12-month MOT cycle, indicating compliance with legal requirements but not necessarily thorough mechanical oversight. The mileage pattern is unusually low for a four-year-old vehicle, averaging just 5,153 miles annually. This suggests either minimal usage or prolonged periods of inactivity, which could accelerate wear on components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers due to static loading. The gap between tests—exactly one year—is standard, but the overall low mileage raises questions about whether the vehicle has been stored improperly or driven under light conditions, potentially masking underlying issues. There are no indications of rapid mileage accumulation or aggressive driving, which might have revealed wear sooner. Given the clean MOT history, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on suspension integrity, particularly the rear suspension bushes and coil springs, which may have degraded despite low mileage. The tester did not flag binding brakes or excessive corrosion, but a thorough check of rear brake calipers and discs is warranted, as binding can develop without visible wear. Structural corrosion, particularly around wheel arches and sills, should also be examined, as prolonged standing can accelerate rust formation. Tyre condition, despite no MOT defects, should be scrutinised for uneven wear, which could indicate alignment or suspension issues not yet severe enough to fail an MOT. Finally, verify the integrity of the exhaust system, as catalytic converter efficiency—though not tested in these records—can degrade over time, especially if the vehicle has been stationary for extended periods.