2014 Peugeot 308 1.2L Petrol · KY64 DWL

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate following a pass in January 2026 at 111,619 miles. However, the maintenance history reveals a volatile trend of significant neglect followed by reactive repairs. The December 2025 failure at 111,582 miles was severe, involving engine-related emissions and structural leaks. While the most recent test shows no immediate defects, the frequency of previous failures suggests the vehicle is only maintained when legal compliance fails rather than through a preventative schedule. At 111,619 miles, this twelve-year-old Peugeot averages approximately 9,300 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for its age. The data shows a concentrated burst of activity between November 2024 and January 2026, where the car covered 11,000 miles in just fourteen months. This rapid accumulation following three consecutive failures in November 2024 at 100,690 miles indicates the vehicle was driven extensively with safety-critical components in a state of failure before being addressed. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the engine and exhaust system, as the December 2025 failure flagged blue smoke, high lambda readings, and a major rear exhaust leak. These symptoms often point to oil consumption or a failing oxygen sensor, which can be costly to rectify. The front anti-roll bar linkages were previously noted for perished dust covers; these should be checked for play or grease leakage to ensure the repair was high-quality. The record also shows a history of poor consumable management, with multiple tyres failing for being below legal limits or worn uneven in 2024. The imbalanced rear brakes recorded in late 2025 suggest potential binding calipers or sticking slider pins. A physical inspection should verify the brake discs for even wear and check the current tyres to ensure the previous neglect issues have not returned since the January MOT pass.