2017 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · MJ67 AWG

The vehicle presents a mixed mechanical profile characterized by a recent clean pass but a deteriorating trend in suspension and brake components over the preceding 12 months. While the August 2026 test recorded no defects, the immediate prior test in August 2025 highlighted significant wear on the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover and pitted inner brake discs on both front wheels. This progression suggests a vehicle under high stress, where suspension articulation and braking forces are accelerating component degradation, necessitating close inspection despite the current roadworthiness status. The recorded mileage of 108,547 miles indicates a usage pattern of approximately 12,061 miles per annum, which is notably high for a vehicle of this age. This annual accumulation rate implies substantial mechanical wear on high-stress components such as suspension bushes, brake pads/discs, and drivetrain elements. The absence of significant mileage gaps in the MOT history supports a consistent, high-intensity usage model rather than a period of long-term standing, which typically correlates with different types of component degradation such as dry rot or fluid stagnation. Given the history of anti-roll bar linkage play and deteriorated dust covers, the prospective buyer must scrutinise the nearside front suspension for play during a test drive. A clunking noise over speed bumps or uneven road surfaces indicates the ball joint may have seized or the dust cover has failed, potentially allowing ingress of dirt that accelerates wear. Regarding the braking system, the pitted inner brake discs noted in the 2025 test require attention; inspect the discs for scoring or glazing on the inner face, which can lead to juddering through the brake pedal or reduced braking efficiency, particularly when the brakes are cold. The vehicle's age and mileage profile also warrant a thorough check of general wear items and structural integrity. The advisory in 2021 regarding covers obscuring components suggests a potential history of poor maintenance access, which could indicate other areas of the vehicle have been neglected. Inspect the exhaust system for corrosion, particularly at the welds and mounts, and verify the condition of the tyres for uneven wear patterns indicative of suspension or tracking issues that may have developed over the high annual mileage.