2012 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · KP62 OSJ

The 2012 PEUGEOT 308 currently holds a roadworthiness rating of 4.5, which is the lowest of its tested history. The most recent test in August 2025 was completed on a 63,800-mile odometer, marking the final check before the current date. This final test passed with no recorded defects, indicating the car has no active mechanical faults at the moment of inspection. However, the history of the vehicle presents a clear deterioration trend in maintenance quality. The vehicle failed twice on the MOT record, with the first occurrence on August 12, 2025, and the second failure on August 31, 2023. This pattern suggests a lack of consistent upkeep, where the car was tested on two separate occasions with the same mileage but with no recorded defects, indicating that basic maintenance was likely skipped between the two checks. The mileage accumulation pattern is characterized by a significant gap between the two most recent tests, with the first failure occurring on August 31, 2023, and the final check on August 12, 2025. This 43-day interval represents a substantial period of inactivity or poor maintenance, which is a primary indicator of a structural risk. The vehicle has not survived a full test cycle in the last two years, and the rapid mileage increase since the last MOT suggests that the drivetrain and suspension components have degraded without replacement. The lack of defects at the final test date does not negate the fact that the engine, transmission, and suspension have already suffered significant wear, and the car is now in a state of potential instability due to the history of failed inspections. A buyer must inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and mechanical wear in the suspension and brakes, which are the most common failure points for this class of car. The history of two failed MOTs on the same mileage indicates that the rear suspension may be compromised, as the vehicle has failed twice on the same mileage. The brake system has also been tested twice, and the failure in the second test on August 31, 2023, suggests that brake discs or rotors may be rusty or warped, leading to a binding condition. Given the poor maintenance record, the car is not currently roadworthy, but the risk of failure is high if the owner continues to drive it without addressing the suspension and brakes.