2017 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · FJ17 VFE

The vehicle presents a stable mechanical trend based on the official DVSA record, passing its most recent MOT on 26 January 2024 at 128,329 miles with zero defects. A duplicate entry for the same date shows a failure recorded at the identical mileage with no defects listed, indicating a likely aborted test or an immediate retest following a minor rectification. The maintenance trajectory remains consistent, with the unit passing cleanly in 2022 and 2023 as well, suggesting no recurring mechanical or structural faults have required ongoing rectification. The mileage accumulation tells a different story. Between January 2022 and January 2024, the Peugeot covered 32,103 miles, averaging roughly 16,000 miles annually, which aligns with the high-use profile typical of motorway commuting. However, the odometer reading has remained entirely static at 128,329 miles since the January 2024 test. Given today's date of 8 July 2026, this represents a two-and-a-half-year gap with zero recorded mileage. Such a prolonged stagnation raises immediate questions about the vehicle's current state, potentially indicating a period of disuse, a stationary engine fault, or a tampered odometer. A buyer must approach this 308 with extreme caution due to the frozen mileage. Extended stationary periods cause specific deterioration: tyres develop flat spots and sidewall cracking, brake discs corrode, and suspension bushes perish without regular movement. Inspect the rubber components thoroughly for perishing and check the brake discs for heavy surface corrosion that could compromise stopping distances. Verify the structural integrity of the undercarriage, as a vehicle sitting for years may have endured environmental corrosion, particularly if stored outdoors. The complete lack of mileage progression since early 2024 overrides the otherwise clean MOT history, demanding a rigorous physical inspection before any purchase commitment.