2012 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · WL12 AAY

The 2012 Peugeot 308 is presently roadworthy, having passed its January 2026 MOT at 132,567 miles with no defects recorded. The vehicle has demonstrated a stable maintenance trajectory, following a 2023 failure that cited rear brake pad wear, off‑side headlamp aim and a non‑functional near‑side stop lamp; subsequent tests in 2024 and 2025, and the latest 2026 inspection, all registered as passes with zero defects, indicating that prior issues have been rectified. At 132,567 miles the car averages roughly 9,500 miles per year over its 14‑year life, a rate typical for a vehicle of this age. The recorded mileage increments are consistent: from 115,503 miles in March 2021 to 122,751 miles in January 2022 (7,248 miles in 10 months), and from 122,751 miles to 125,030 miles in January 2023 (2,279 miles in 12 months), showing steady usage without abrupt jumps. The recent 2026 reading matches the incremental pattern, confirming that the mileage data is continuous and reliable. Recurring observations include thin front brake pads and worn brake discs, edge‑worn tyres, and occasional lighting defects such as headlamp aim and stop lamp failures. The 2023 failure noted rear brake pad wear at 1.1 mm, while earlier records from 2018 onward repeatedly flagged front brake discs as worn, pitted or scored, and front brake pads as wearing thin. Suspension‑related notes such as a distorted near‑side brake pipe and imbalanced brakes across an axle appear in 2018 and 2022 tests, suggesting potential wear on suspension bushes, coil springs or brake caliper binding that should be examined. A buyer should therefore prioritize a physical inspection of the braking system—checking pad thickness, disc condition and caliper operation—alongside a thorough assessment of tyre wear patterns, suspension geometry and structural integrity. Verifying that the recent MOT passes reflect proper repair of the 2023 lighting and brake issues, and confirming the absence of hidden corrosion or fluid leaks, will ensure the vehicle’s continued roadworthiness.