2025 PEUGEOT 308 GT S/S MHEV AUTO1.2L Hybrid Electric (Clean)

The 2022 Peugeot 208 GT Premium PureTech S/S presents a stable and unblemished roadworthiness record. The sole MOT entry, conducted on 19 September 2025 at 15,778 miles, resulted in a clean pass with zero defects, advisories, or failures recorded. This single data point indicates the vehicle met all DVSA safety and emissions standards at that time, though the absence of prior test history limits any assessment of long-term mechanical trend or recurring fault resolution. The mileage profile is notably low for a four-year-old vehicle. At 15,778 miles recorded on 19 September 2025, the annualised average sits at approximately 3,944 miles per year, well below the typical UK average of 8,000 to 12,000 miles annually. No prior MOT entries exist in the supplied record, meaning there is no evidence of rapid accumulation or irregular gaps between tests. The low mileage could reflect genuinely light urban use, but it equally raises the possibility of extended periods standing, which can introduce its own concerns around deteriorated rubber components, flat-spotted tyres, and moisture ingress in brake and fuel systems. A clean MOT record is reassuring but does not substitute for physical inspection. The PureTech 1.0-litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine has been subject to known concerns in earlier iterations regarding timing belt degradation and oil consumption, though the 2022 model year falls within the later production run. A buyer should verify engine oil condition, check for any belt-related advisories in future servicing records, and listen for characteristic timing belt whine on cold start. The electric power steering system fitted to the 2022 208 should be tested for consistent assistance across full lock in both directions, as intermittent faults may not always trigger an MOT failure. Beyond the powertrain, the low annual mileage warrants close attention to tyre age and condition. Tyres fitted from new or replaced early in the vehicle's life may now be approaching five or six years old, at which point perishing and reduced grip become a genuine concern regardless of remaining tread depth. Suspension bushes, brake seals, and rubber flexible hoses should be inspected for perishing consistent with age rather than mileage. The rear brake components, common to the PSA EMP2 platform, should be checked for binding or uneven wear, as infrequent use can cause caliper seizure and disc corrosion that a single clean MOT does not rule out. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified technician remains strongly advised.