2009 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · KR09 TVF

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural and suspension integrity. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 120,491 miles passed, it followed a failure due to a significant reduction in the nearside seat belt anchorage strength on the sill. This structural defect is a critical concern that was addressed only recently, yet the recurring presence of worn sub-frame bushes and corroded springs across multiple years indicates that the chassis components are suffering from age-related degradation. At 120,491 miles over seventeen years, the car has covered a consistent average of approximately 7,000 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. The data between July 2023 and July 2024 shows an accumulation of nearly 4,600 miles, a period during which the vehicle failed a test due to all four tyres and multiple braking issues. The steady mileage growth suggests the car is still being used regularly, but the mechanical components are reaching the end of their functional life despite the moderate mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically focusing on the sill where the seat belt anchorage was previously flagged. The MOT record shows a persistent pattern of corrosion on coil springs and worn sub-frame bushes that have appeared annually from 2023 through 2025, suggesting that rust is advancing on the underbody. Furthermore, the 2024 failure for binding brakes, thin pads, and pitted discs indicates that the braking system is maintained only when failure occurs, requiring a professional check to ensure the current components are not again failing.