2010 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · NA10 KVM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows signs of worsening mechanical wear on specific components. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 90,033 miles, it failed two inspections on that same day due to lighting issues and structural corrosion. The presence of corrosion on all four coil springs and a non-excessive oil leak indicates that the vehicle is beginning to suffer from age-related degradation despite its low annual mileage. At 16 years old with 90,033 miles, this Peugeot 308 has averaged only approximately 5,600 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average. This low usage pattern is consistent across the records, with roughly 5,000 miles covered between August 2023 and August 2024, and another 5,000 miles in the following year. However, low mileage on older vehicles often correlates with the accelerated aging of rubber components and seals, which likely explains the corroded springs and oil leaks noted in the recent history. A physical inspection must focus on the suspension and braking system. The tester flagged corroded coil springs on all four corners in 2025, following a report of play in the anti-roll bar bar linkage in 2024; a buyer should check for signs of sagging or further fractures in these springs. Additionally, the history of a binding rear service brake in 2023 requires a check of the caliper pistons and slide pins to ensure the issue has not returned. The reported oil leak identified in September 2025 also warrants close investigation to determine if it originates from a simple gasket cover or a more significant engine seal.