2016 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · LS16 LSL

The 2016 Peugeot 308’s most recent MOT test on 19 August 2025—just 11 months ago—confirmed full roadworthiness with no defects recorded, though it follows a near-miss failure on 14 August 2025 at 141,072 miles. This suggests the vehicle narrowly avoided a critical oversight in that cycle, yet the absence of any advisories or repeated faults in prior tests implies consistent maintenance where required. The 2024 and 2023 passes at 139,318 and 119,545 miles respectively show no deterioration in structural or safety-critical components, though the 2022 test at 91,794 miles—just 1.5 years prior—marks a significant mileage jump of 27,751 miles in under a year, which could indicate either aggressive driving or a period of heavy use. The recorded mileage of 141,135 miles over ten years equates to an average of 14,114 miles annually, which is above the typical range for a vehicle of this age. The gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests—27,751 miles in 13 months—stands out as particularly rapid, while the subsequent intervals of around 10,000 miles per year appear more stable. This pattern may reflect sporadic high-mileage periods, potentially stressing suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake components more than average. The lack of advisories or failures in earlier tests suggests these components were either well-maintained or have shown delayed wear, but the high mileage warrants scrutiny of wear items like brake pads, caliper seals, and steering rack boots. Given the vehicle’s age and mileage, a buyer should prioritise an inspection of the suspension for worn or leaking bushes, particularly at the rear where binding calipers were narrowly avoided in the 2025 failure. The brakes, though not explicitly failed, should be checked for uneven wear or corrosion on the discs, as high mileage often accelerates pad and rotor degradation. Structural corrosion—common in Peugeot models—must be examined at wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, especially if the vehicle has spent time in wet or salted environments. The exhaust system should also be inspected for leaks or excessive rust, as emissions tests historically pass without revealing underlying issues. Finally, the engine bay should be checked for oil leaks or degraded hoses, as these are often silent until they become critical.