2012 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · AF12 PYY

The Peugeot 308 presents as roadworthy following the most recent test on 18 March 2026 at 80,556 miles, where the tester recorded no defects. The maintenance trend is stable across the five-year MOT window. The vehicle cleared every annual examination except a single failure on 9 March 2026 at 80,554 miles, which the DVLA record shows with no defects listed; the owner rectified the issue and passed nine days later. Annual mileage sits at roughly 5,754 miles against a 14-year-old chassis, a low figure for the age. The records show steady accumulation: 63,283 miles in March 2023, 69,870 in March 2024, 75,738 in March 2025, and 80,556 by March 2026. No abrupt jumps or dormant gaps appear. The clean advisory columns across all tests imply the previous keeper kept basic consumables and structural items within tolerance, though the sparse fault data limits deeper wear inference. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the car's age and low annual use, which can mask perished rubber or corroding calipers through lack of movement. The unexplained March 2026 failure with zero recorded defects warrants scrutiny of the test centre paperwork to confirm it was administrative rather than a concealed mechanical rejection. Check underneath for structural corrosion on sills and subframes, as standing periods between short trips accelerate rot more than high-mileage touring. The absence of advisories should not replace a ramp inspection before purchase.