2009 Peugeot 308 1.4L Petrol · NX59 TCJ

The vehicle presents a history of deferred maintenance and recurring mechanical failures despite its relatively low mileage. The most recent recorded test in December 2021 at 90,749 miles resulted in a failure with multiple defects, including a binding offside rear service brake and play in both drag link end ball joints. The presence of a central front oil leak and failed headlamps suggests that repairs were only addressed after a failure rather than through preventative care. Given that no MOT has been recorded for nearly five years, the current roadworthiness of the vehicle is unknown and likely degraded due to age-related component perish and inactivity. At 17 years old, the 90,749 miles represent an average usage of approximately 5,300 miles per year. This low mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components through age rather than wear. The record confirms this trend, with persistent issues regarding worn front suspension arm pins and bushes appearing consistently between 2018 and 2020. The fractured offside front coil spring noted in 2018 and 2019 is a classic sign of age-related metal fatigue in vehicles that have sat for long periods or driven short distances. The braking history shows a pattern of neglect. Between 2014 and 2021, the tester repeatedly flagged binding calipers, worn discs, and dangerously thin brake pads. The 2021 failure for a binding offside rear brake indicates that the underlying hydraulic mechanism may be seized or the caliper is failing, requiring immediate attention. A buyer should demand a thorough inspection of the entire braking system and the structural integrity, as the history indicates the previous owners only addressed faults when forced by an MOT failure.