2011 Peugeot 308 1.6L Petrol · LS11 JLO

The most recent MOT, carried out on 19 February 2026, was passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle presently meets the statutory safety and emissions standards. Over the last six years the MOT record shows a brief period of non‑compliance in late 2022, when two major failures were recorded, but subsequent tests in 2022, 2024, 2025 and 2026 have all been clean. This pattern suggests that the identified faults were remedied and that the vehicle’s maintenance trajectory has stabilised after the 2022 issues. At 79 060 miles for a 2011 model the average annual mileage works out at roughly 5 300 miles per year, which is considerably below the UK average for a car of this age. The low utilisation points to either light daily use or extended periods of inactivity, both of which can influence component condition in different ways. Light use generally reduces wear on consumables such as brake pads, clutch and tyre tread, but prolonged standing can accelerate rubber perishing, battery sulphation and corrosion of suspension bushings and rear coil springs. Prospective buyers should verify that the off‑side front outer drive‑shaft constant‑velocity (CV) boot that failed in 2022 has been replaced and that the joint now operates without grease leakage or excessive play. On a test drive listen for a rhythmic clicking or clunking noise when accelerating, particularly under load, and feel for any vibration through the steering column that could indicate residual CV joint wear. The rear coil‑spring corrosion advisories also merit inspection; examine the rear suspension for any rust spotting on the spring ends, uneven tyre wear or a sagging rear ride height, and test for clunking when applying the brakes or driving over bumps, which would suggest compromised spring integrity. Given the vehicle’s age and low mileage, a thorough visual and tactile survey is advisable. Check the tyre sidewalls for cracking, dry rot or age‑related hardening even if tread depth appears adequate, and confirm that the tyre age is within the recommended six‑year window. Inspect the 12‑volt battery for signs of sulphation, low electrolyte levels or a weak cranking response, and consider a load test. Examine the brake discs for surface rust, scoring or uneven wear that can cause shudder, and ensure the calipers move freely without binding. Finally, verify that all fluid reservoirs – engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and gearbox oil – have been serviced in line with calendar intervals, as fluids degrade over time even when the car is not driven heavily.