2010 Peugeot 308 1.6L Petrol · BV60 BVP

The 2025‑03‑15 MOT confirms the 2010 Peugeot 308 remains road‑worthy, having passed with only minor defects: near‑side and off‑side front headlamp lenses slightly defective, a near‑side rear registration plate lamp inoperative, brake fluid near the minimum mark, play in the steering rack inner joint, an off‑side rear coil spring showing corrosion, and a service brake that binds but not excessively. The record shows a clear improvement since the 2021 failure, with recurring coil‑spring corrosion and brake binding persisting but not escalating, indicating stable rather than worsening condition. Mileage has risen from 21 281 mi in 2014 to 110 622 mi by March 2025, averaging about 6 900 mi per year, which aligns with typical usage for a sixteen‑year‑old vehicle. However, the logged mileage shows irregular jumps, notably the increase from 63 139 mi in the March 2024 failure to 110 622 mi in the March 2025 pass, suggesting periods of low use followed by high‑rate accumulation. A buyer should focus on the suspension components highlighted repeatedly: the off‑side rear coil spring exhibits corrosion and mounting wear, and the steering rack inner joint shows play, both of which may affect handling. Brake system items demand scrutiny: the service brake binds, the fluid sits near the minimum level, and previous tests recorded thin pads and hose corrosion, so pad thickness, disc condition and hose integrity must be verified. Lighting defects appear intermittently, including headlamp lens damage and registration‑plate lamp failure, while tyre wear patterns indicate edge wear and occasional structural damage, warranting close examination of tread depth and sidewall integrity. Overall the vehicle presents as usable but carries age‑related wear that a prospective owner must verify in person, especially the structural rust on coil springs, brake performance, and any hidden damage to suspension mounts or brake hoses that could compromise safety or increase repair costs.