2019 Peugeot 308 1.2L Petrol · LR19 AAE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift from clean records to emerging mechanical wear. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 39,430 miles passed, it identified a worn offside front suspension arm pin or bush. This follows a 2025 advisory regarding a non-excessive oil leak, indicating that the rubber components and engine seals are beginning to degrade due to age despite the low mileage. The mileage profile is consistently low for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. The data shows steady progression, moving from 10,678 miles in March 2022 to 39,430 miles in 2026. However, the gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests saw a significant jump of nearly 9,000 miles, and the 2023 record highlighted tyre perishing and uneven wear, which often affects vehicles that sit stationary for long periods rather than those with high mileage. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the offside front suspension to check the extent of the bushing play and ensure it does not affect steering geometry. The oil leak noted in 2025 requires a close look underneath to determine if it is a minor valve cover seep or a more significant seal failure. Given the history of tyre perishing in 2023, the current sidewalls should be checked for dry rot or cracking, as low-mileage cars often suffer from rubber degradation before the tread reaches the legal limit.