2011 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · FP11 ECY

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status, showing a stable maintenance trend following recent mechanical interventions. The most recent test conducted on 19 May 2025 at 132,131 miles passed with no defects, indicating that the owner successfully addressed the issues identified in previous years. While the history shows failures in 2023 and 2024, the subsequent clean passes suggest a proactive approach to rectifying MOT-related faults rather than a pattern of neglect. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per annum. Between May 2023 and May 2024, the car covered 5,725 miles, while it clocked 7,453 miles in the following year leading up to the 2025 test. This indicates regular usage which is generally beneficial for mechanical components as it prevents seals from drying out and brakes from seizing. The intervals between tests are consistent, suggesting the vehicle has been in active use rather than being left stationary for long periods. Despite the recent clean record, a buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of the suspension components and braking system. The failures recorded in May 2023 and May 2024 indicate that the vehicle reaches points where specific wear and tear items require attention. Given the age and mileage, the inspector should check for perished rubber control arm bushes, worn coil springs, and signs of corrosion on the brake calipers. It is also vital to verify the structural integrity of the sills and floor pans to ensure that hidden rust is not developing beneath the surface where the MOT tester has not yet flagged it.