2015 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · AF15 WGP

This 2015 Peugeot 308 presents an exceptionally clean MOT record, passing every annual test without a single advisory or defect entry across the last five consecutive examinations through to 12 September 2025. A five-year run of clean passes is a notably strong indicator of consistent roadworthiness and suggests the vehicle has not yet developed the structural corrosion, suspension wear, or brake component degradation that commonly begins to surface on vehicles of this age and mileage band. The absence of any recorded advisories means there is no documented history of emerging issues that a buyer would need to monitor, and no specific components have been flagged as approaching the threshold of failure. While a clean MOT history is not a guarantee of underlying mechanical condition, in this case it provides meaningful reassurance that the vehicle has been maintained to a standard acceptable for legal road use year after year. At 131,445 miles against an age of approximately eleven years, this 308 has covered roughly 11,950 miles annually, which sits comfortably within the typical usage range for a vehicle of its vintage. There are no extended gaps between test dates that would suggest the car was laid up for prolonged periods, with tests consistently recorded between August and September of each year, indicating regular use throughout. The mileage progression between tests appears steady rather than exhibiting sudden jumps or stagnant periods, which supports the picture of a consistently driven car. For a diesel-engined Peugeot 308 of this mileage, however, the focus should shift from documented MOT findings to the mechanical wear patterns that accumulate beyond the scope of a standard annual roadworthiness examination, particularly within the drivetrain, clutch, and turbocharger assemblies. Given that no specific components have been flagged across five consecutive tests, attention on the physical inspection and test drive should centre on the areas where wear typically manifests first on a high-mileage Peugeot 308. The suspension system, particularly the front wishbones, anti-roll bar drop links, and lower suspension bushes, should be assessed for any knocking or clonking over uneven road surfaces, as these components commonly wear well before MOT advisory thresholds are reached. The steering should be checked for vagueness, excessive play, or any pulling to either side under acceleration or braking, which can indicate worn track rod ends or front suspension geometry issues. A careful listen at low speeds over speed humps and rougher tarmac is essential to identify any suspension knocks that may not yet be severe enough to fail an MOT but would indicate imminent replacement work. The braking system warrants close attention through pedal feel and response, with particular focus on any judder or vibration under heavy braking which could indicate warped front discs, a known wear item on 308s at this mileage. The clutch should be evaluated for slipping under load in higher gears, any juddering on take-off, and the biting point relative to its position in the pedal travel, as a high or unpredictable biting point often signals clutch wear approaching replacement. The engine bay should be inspected for any oil seepage from the sump, rocker cover, or turbo oil feed lines, and the exhaust system checked for blowing joints or corrosion at the mounting points, particularly the rear silencer area. Finally, a thorough check underneath the vehicle for any surface corrosion beginning to form on the subframe, brake pipes, and suspension mounting points would be prudent, as rust in these areas is the most common reason an otherwise mechanically sound 308 of this generation begins to develop MOT advisories in subsequent years.