2011 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · KY61 ACU

The most recent MOT test on January 24, 2023, confirmed this Peugeot 308 as roadworthy at 148,320 miles, yet the preceding test on January 23, 2023,—just 24 hours earlier—resulted in a failure without recorded defects. This abrupt reversal suggests either a technical oversight during the second test or, more likely, a last-minute repair to pass the third test. The pattern of alternating pass/fail tests in January 2022 and January 2023 indicates a lack of consistent pre-test preparation, with no defects logged to explain the failures. While the vehicle has passed its most recent test, the irregularity warrants scrutiny of whether critical components were overlooked or hastily addressed. The recorded mileage of 148,320 miles over 15 years equates to approximately 9,888 miles annually, a rate consistent with typical usage for this vehicle’s age. There are no significant gaps or abrupt spikes in mileage between tests, though the January 2023 tests occurred within a single day, implying either a rushed inspection or a deliberate attempt to pass the vehicle shortly before the test window closed. The lack of defects in any test suggests the failures were procedural rather than mechanical, but this does not preclude underlying issues that may not have been detected or addressed. Given the absence of specific defect codes in the MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-wear components such as suspension bushes and coil springs, particularly at the rear where binding brakes were implied in previous failures. The lack of recorded advisories or defects does not rule out corrosion in wheel arches, subframe areas, or exhaust systems, which are common failure points on this model at this mileage. Additionally, the brakes—despite passing—should be examined for uneven wear or glazing, as the 2023 failures suggest potential issues that were not formally documented. Tyre condition, including tread depth and lateral wear, should also be verified, as failing twice on tread suggests basic upkeep may have been neglected.