2021 Peugeot 308 1.5L Diesel · KS21 WKC

The 2021 Peugeot 308 currently holds a valid MOT that passed on 30 June 2025 at 59,583 miles, but the maintenance trend is not entirely stable. On that same date, the vehicle first failed the test for a non-functioning nearside headlamp on dipped beam and a nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit with a nail puncture. The subsequent pass indicates these specific defects were rectified, yet the pattern of tyre wear and sudden lamp failure points to reactive rather than preventative upkeep. The 2024 test at 50,455 miles was entirely clean, making the 2025 advisories and failure a notable shift in condition over a relatively short period. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 11,917 miles per year. The jump from 50,455 miles in July 2024 to 59,583 miles by June 2025 represents an increase of 9,128 miles in under twelve months, which sits at the higher end of normal use. This rate of accumulation means drivetrain, braking, and suspension components have seen above-average loading in the past year, and the tyre damage recorded in 2025 is consistent with increased road use rather than prolonged standing. A buyer should pay close attention to the condition and wear pattern of the rear tyres, particularly the nearside. A nail puncture repaired in 2025 raises questions about whether the tyre was properly internally inspected or simply plugged, and uneven edge wear suggests possible tracking misalignment or worn suspension bushes at the rear axle. The nearside headlamp failure, while resolved, warrants checking for water ingress into the lamp unit or corroded connectors, as these are common on this generation of 308 and can recur. Beyond the flagged items, the MOT record is too sparse to confirm the condition of structural underbody components, brake discs, or exhaust mounting points. A physical inspection should focus on the rear suspension for deteriorated trailing arm bushes and the underside for corrosion, particularly around the subframe and suspension mounting points. Brake pad and disc thickness should also be verified given the higher recent mileage, as the record provides no evidence of proactive brake servicing.