2012 Peugeot 308 1.4L Petrol · ML61 HWJ

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of neglected front-end components. The most recent test in February 2026 at 87,265 miles shows a pass despite advisories for worn offside front tyres and worn suspension arm bushes on both sides. This condition is not new, having appeared consistently across the last three tests, indicating that the owner allows components to reach the point of failure rather than performing preventative replacement. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. There is a three-year gap between the January 2023 and February 2026 tests, during which only 5,986 miles were covered, compared to the more active period between early 2021 and early 2022. While the low annual mileage suggests less strain on the drivetrain, long periods of standing often lead to the degradation of rubber components, which explains the recurring issues seen in the suspension assembly. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the front suspension geometry. The suspension arm bushes have been flagged as worn in 2022, 2023, and 2026, suggesting the rubber is likely significantly perished and will soon affect steering precision and cause uneven tyre wear. The recurring mention of tyres worn on the edge further points to an alignment issue or worn bushes that remain unaddressed. Additionally, while the brakes were flagged as thin in 2021, the current state of the pads and discs should be verified to ensure they were actually replaced following that failure.