2017 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · AE17 EWX

The 2017 Peugeot 308 presents a stable but currently unverified roadworthiness status, as its MOT has been expired for a year, with the last test occurring two years ago in July 2024. The most recent test on 26 July 2024 at 167,862 miles passed with no defects recorded, following a same-day failure that likely required only minor rectification. Historically, the maintenance trend shows a pattern of failing initial inspections before passing on retest, as seen in July 2023 when the car failed twice at 156,094 and 156,106 miles before passing at 156,109 miles. This suggests the previous owner addressed immediate failures rather than undertaking preventative upkeep, though the vehicle ultimately met the minimum standard each year. Covering roughly 18,651 miles annually, this vehicle has endured high-demand use typical of prolonged motorway or commercial driving. Between the July 2023 pass at 156,109 miles and the July 2024 pass at 167,862 miles, the car accumulated 11,753 miles, confirming sustained, heavy usage. The record features a significant two-year gap since the last MOT on 26 July 2024. The mileage has remained static on the record at 167,862 miles since that date, raising questions about whether the vehicle has been standing idle, driven without a valid MOT, or simply not submitted for testing. Given the high mileage and the two-year testing gap, a thorough physical inspection is essential before purchase. The repeated initial MOT failures on minor defects indicate a run-to-failure maintenance approach, meaning critical wear components may be overlooked. A buyer should inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration common at this mileage, alongside checking the brake discs and calipers for uneven wear or binding. Structural integrity requires close examination, particularly around the subframes and suspension mounting points, as high-mileage vehicles often exhibit corrosion that an MOT might miss if the car has been sitting stationary. Tyres must be checked for age-related cracking and uneven tread wear, which could indicate neglected tracking or prolonged standing.