2009 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · FL59 TOV

The 2009 Peugeot 308 presents a mixed mechanical picture based on its DVSA MOT history. The most recent test on 11 October 2021 recorded a pass at 149,047 miles, but this followed a failure just two days prior for a structural rear tyre defect, an inoperative number plate lamp, and worn offside rear rubber. The maintenance trend is broadly stable rather than sharply improving or worsening, though the recurring nature of certain faults raises questions about proactive upkeep. Anti-roll bar linkage wear appeared in both 2020 and 2021, suggesting the front suspension joints have been deteriorating gradually rather than being addressed as a single repair event. Mileage accumulation tells a clear story. Between the October 2019 pass at 129,615 miles and the October 2020 failure at 140,370 miles, the car covered 10,755 miles in twelve months. From October 2020 to October 2021, the mileage jumped from 140,370 to 149,047, adding a further 8,677 miles. This is consistent with the roughly 8,767 miles per year average for a vehicle of this age and indicates regular use rather than long-term storage. No significant gaps appear in the annual test cycle, and the mileage progression is logical with no obvious rollback concerns. Buyers should pay close attention to the front suspension and steering components during any physical inspection. The offside anti-roll bar linkage ball joint was flagged for excessive wear in October 2020 and then for slight play in October 2021, indicating either a replacement that has since developed minor wear or a repair that was not fully resolved. The nearside front anti-roll bar linkage was not flagged in 2021, so a partial replacement is plausible. Front brake pads were noted as wearing thin in 2020, and no subsequent advisory confirms renewal, so pad and disc condition should be verified. Tyre wear is a persistent theme across every test, with multiple advisories for tread wear close to the legal limit on both axles. This pattern suggests the owner was running tyres to the minimum rather than replacing them in good time. A thorough underbody inspection is advisable given the vehicle's age and mileage. While no corrosion or structural advisories appear in the provided record, the 17-year-old chassis and subframe should be checked for rust, particularly around suspension mounting points, sills, and the exhaust system. The nearside headlamp dipped beam failure in 2020 and the registration plate lamp defect in 2021 point to minor electrical issues that may recur, so all exterior lighting and wiring should be tested. Overall, the car appears to have been kept in running condition with reactive rather than preventive maintenance, and a buyer should budget for suspension, brake, and tyre work as a priority.