2017 Peugeot 308 1.2L Petrol · KN17 TYO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in March 2026, but the mechanical history reveals a worsening trend in reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While the most recent test at 68,038 miles cleared the car, the failure just three miles prior at 68,035 miles highlights significant neglect regarding suspension components. The failure of the nearside track rod end and the offside front anti-roll bar linkage indicates that steering and stability parts are only being addressed once they reach a point of failure. At 68,038 miles over nine years, the Peugeot 308 averages approximately 7,500 miles per annum, which aligns with typical national averages for a family hatchback. The rate of mileage accumulation is steady, with roughly 7,100 miles covered between April 2025 and March 2026, and another 6,000 miles between April 2024 and April 2025. This consistent usage suggests the vehicle is not sitting for long periods, yet the recurring advisories show that consumable wear is being ignored between service intervals. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The offside rear service brake binding noted in March 2026 suggests a potentially sticking caliper or a seized slider pin that requires attention to prevent premature brake pad wear. Furthermore, the consistent history of tyres reaching the legal limit or failing on tread across 2024, 2025, and 2026 indicates a pattern of delaying basic maintenance until an MOT failure occurs. The minor exhaust leak noted in 2024 should also be verified to ensure it has not developed into a larger structural corrosion issue in the exhaust system.