2015 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · DL65 KFJ

The 2015 Peugeot 308 presents a stable and well-maintained roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 3 December 2025 at 134,879 miles passed with zero defects recorded, indicating all safety-critical systems were fully compliant at that point. A failed test on 1 December 2025 at 134,875 miles shows no defects listed, suggesting an administrative or procedural retest rather than a mechanical failure. The overall trend across the full history is consistently clean, with every recorded test from September 2022 onward passing without advisories or failures. The mileage accumulation pattern reveals a notable acceleration in recent use. Between the January 2025 test at 118,706 miles and the December 2025 tests at 134,875 to 134,879 miles, the vehicle covered approximately 16,170 miles in under eleven months. That is a sharp increase compared to the earlier interval of roughly 9,118 miles between December 2023 and January 2025. The annualised average of around 12,262 miles is high for an eleven-year-old vehicle, and the recent surge suggests sustained high-intensity use, likely motorway or long-distance driving, which places elevated stress on consumable components. Despite the clean MOT record, the rapid mileage build-up in the final year warrants a focused physical inspection. Front and rear suspension bushes, coil springs, and drop links should be checked for wear consistent with sustained high-mileage use. Brake discs, pads, and calipers merit close scrutiny for uneven wear or binding, as these are common failure points on heavily used 308s. The exhaust system, particularly the DPF and catalytic converter, should be assessed for efficiency given the emissions compliance demands at this mileage. Tyre condition and tread depth across all four corners, including the spare if fitted, should be verified, as high annual mileage accelerates consumable wear between tests. Structural corrosion on the subframe, sills, and around mounting points is worth inspecting given the vehicle's age, even though no corrosion-related advisories have appeared. The clean MOT history is encouraging, but the recent mileage intensity means a hands-on mechanical inspection remains essential before purchase.