2013 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · DX13 XJF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having achieved a clean pass on 3 November 2025 at 52,822 miles. The maintenance trend shows an improving pattern regarding a recurring mechanical issue. While the car failed on exhaust emissions in both December 2023 and November 2025, the immediate pass following the 2025 failure indicates that the cause of the high emissions was addressed and rectified within a short interval of seven miles. The mileage profile is notably low for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. The data reveals significant periods of inactivity, for example, only 900 miles recorded between November 2024 and November 2025. This low-frequency usage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine-related components, but it often leads to the gradual degradation of rubber-based parts and potential carbon buildup in the fuel system or exhaust system if the vehicle has stood for long periods without movement. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the exhaust system to ensure the recurring emissions failures were not indicative of a failing oxygen sensor, a converter, or fuel injector issues. Given the low annual mileage, the inspector should specifically check for perished suspension bushes and cracked tyre sidewalls, as these components fail due to age rather than distance-related wear when a car is not driven regularly. A thorough check of the brake discs and calipers is also necessary, as low-use vehicles are prone to surface corrosion and seized calipers due to lack of consistent friction.