2015 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · RA65 AAZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent test in February 2026 at 83,474 miles passed with minor defects related to an inoperative registration lamp and an insecure undertray. While the car passes its annual tests, the data shows a recurring trend of suspension and tyre issues that suggest components are only addressed once they reach a point of failure. At 83,474 miles over 11 years, the Peugeot has averaged approximately 7,600 miles per year, which aligns with typical light usage for a family hatchback of this age. There is a significant gap in records between November 2022 and March 2024, where the vehicle covered only 10,152 miles in sixteen months. However, the usage increased recently, with 11,192 miles covered in the year leading up to the 2025 test, which likely accelerated the wear on rubber bushes and steering components. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension assembly, as the history highlights multiple failures here. The March 2024 test flagged play in both front track rod ends and a severely deteriorated anti-roll bar linkage dust cover. These issues, preceded by the November 2022 failure of anti-roll bar ball joints, indicate that the suspension hardware is nearing the end of its service life. A physical inspection should check for excessive play in the steering wheel and audible knocking when traversing uneven surfaces. Tyre maintenance remains a consistent concern for this vehicle. Between November 2022 and 2025, every MOT flagged a tyre as being worn close to the legal limit or showing edge wear on the nearside. This suggests potential wheel alignment issues or a delay in replacing tyres before they deteriorate. The buyer must verify the current tread depth and check for uneven wear across all tyres to ensure immediate expenditure is not required shortly after purchase.