2018 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · DX18 AVV

The 2018 Peugeot 308 has demonstrated a stable roadworthiness profile over the past two MOT cycles, with no defects recorded in either the August 2025 or August 2024 tests. The most recent inspection, conducted just over a year ago at 122,999 miles, confirms the vehicle remains compliant with current UK standards, though the July 2024 retest—just 281 miles before the original pass—suggests a brief but unnecessary delay in scheduling. No advisories or recurring faults appear in the record, indicating the tester did not identify any latent issues requiring immediate attention during those tests. The recorded mileage of 122,999 miles over eight years equates to approximately 15,375 miles annually, which is above the average for a vehicle of this age. The gap between the July 2024 failure and the August 2024 retest—just 29 days—implies the vehicle was driven roughly 281 miles between tests, a relatively short interval that may reflect either a rushed retest or a minor oversight rather than a pattern of neglect. The absence of any advisories in the 2025 test suggests no unresolved concerns carried forward from prior cycles, though the high mileage accumulation over recent years warrants scrutiny of high-wear components. Given the vehicle’s age and mileage, a prospective buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension system, particularly the condition of coil springs, bushes, and shock absorbers, as these components degrade predictably over 120,000 miles. The brakes, while not explicitly failed, should be assessed for uneven wear, binding calipers, or corrosion on the rear discs—common issues in vehicles with this mileage. Structural integrity, especially around wheel arches and sills, should also be examined for signs of corrosion, as rust can compromise the chassis over time. The lack of advisories in recent tests is reassuring, but wear items like tyres, wiper blades, and fluid levels should be verified as these are not covered by the MOT.