2002 Peugeot 306 1.8L Petrol · LJ52 NVH
2002 Peugeot 306 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 31,276 miles. MOT expired on 02 Jun 2016. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 306
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Jun 2016
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 31,276 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LJ52 NVH Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/06/2015
- 31,276 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LJ52 NVH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Peugeot 306 (LJ52 NVH) between September 2005 and June 2015.
The record contains 11 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 June 2015 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)”; “Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)”; “Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)”.
LJ52 NVH Mileage History
- 09/09/20055,840 mi
- 11/09/20068,687 mi+2,847 mi
- 12/09/20079,978 mi+1,291 mi
- 23/09/200811,182 mi+1,204 mi
- 14/09/200912,499 mi+1,317 mi
- 23/02/201012,974 mi+475 mi
- 18/02/201116,906 mi+3,932 mi
- 28/03/201221,463 mi+4,557 mi
- 16/03/201324,668 mi+3,205 mi
- 20/03/201324,694 mi+26 mi
- 27/03/201427,980 mi+3,286 mi
- 03/06/201531,274 mi+3,294 mi
- 03/06/201531,276 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 2,614 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Peugeot Peugeot 306
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: PEUGEOT 306
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Rear Torsion Beam Radius Arm Bearing Failure(Serious)
Like other classic Peugeots of this era, the 306 rear suspension relies on a transverse torsion beam with trailing arms riding on internal needle roller bearings. Over UK winters, moisture and road salt breach the outer rubber seals, causing the ungreased needle bearings to disintegrate and machine grooves into the axle tube journals. As the bearings collapse, the rear wheels tilt sharply inward at the top (heavy negative camber). Left unaddressed, the inner tyre sidewall cuts into the metal wheel tub.
- Heater Matrix Coolant Leak into Footwell(Moderate)
The heater matrix core tucked behind the centre dashboard console is prone to corrosion and plastic tank seam failure. As the core leaks, hot engine coolant drips directly onto the front passenger carpet and air ducting. In addition to losing engine coolant, the escaping ethylene glycol causes an oily, greasy film on the windscreen that cannot be cleared by wipers or demister fans. Replacing the matrix requires comprehensive dashboard removal, making labour costs high.
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- Rear Torsion Beam Radius Arm Bearing FailureSerious
Like other classic Peugeots of this era, the 306 rear suspension relies on a transverse torsion beam with trailing arms riding on internal needle roller bearings. Over UK winters, moisture and road salt breach the outer rubber seals, causing the ungreased needle bearings to disintegrate and machine grooves into the axle tube journals. As the bearings collapse, the rear wheels tilt sharply inward at the top (heavy negative camber). Left unaddressed, the inner tyre sidewall cuts into the metal wheel tub.
- Heater Matrix Coolant Leak into FootwellModerate
The heater matrix core tucked behind the centre dashboard console is prone to corrosion and plastic tank seam failure. As the core leaks, hot engine coolant drips directly onto the front passenger carpet and air ducting. In addition to losing engine coolant, the escaping ethylene glycol causes an oily, greasy film on the windscreen that cannot be cleared by wipers or demister fans. Replacing the matrix requires comprehensive dashboard removal, making labour costs high.
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