2016 Peugeot 308 Allure HDI Blue S/S 1.6L Heavy oil · RA65 AAV

The 2016 Peugeot 308 Allure Blue HDi presents a clean bill of roadworthiness as of the most recent MOT on 22 May 2026 at 46,627 miles, with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable and consistently strong. Every test from May 2023 through May 2026 has passed with no advisories or failures, which is unusual for a ten-year-old vehicle and suggests attentive ownership. The only anomaly is a failed test on 20 May 2026 at 46,589 miles with no defects listed, which typically indicates an administrative or procedural issue such as a documentation error or a retest booked immediately before the clean pass two days later. This does not indicate any mechanical concern. The mileage pattern tells a clear story of light use. The vehicle accumulated just 3,191 miles between the May 2025 test at 43,438 miles and the May 2026 test at 46,627 miles, following a similar low-annual-average trajectory across the full record. At roughly 4,663 miles per year over its life, this is well below the UK average of around 7,000 to 8,000 miles annually. The steady, incremental accumulation with no sudden spikes rules out long periods of neglect followed by high-intensity use. A gap of nearly twelve months between the May 2025 and May 2026 tests is consistent with annual testing and does not raise concern given the modest mileage added. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still inspect the underside for surface corrosion on suspension mounting points, subframes, and brake lines, as diesel vehicles of this age can develop hidden corrosion even with low mileage. The rear brake discs and pads deserve close attention since the 308 platform is known for rear caliper drag when used predominantly on short trips, which low-mileage driving can accelerate. Suspension bushes and coil springs should be checked for perishing, as rubber deteriorates with age regardless of mileage. The diesel particulate filter and EGR valve warrant a cold-start assessment, since infrequent longer journeys can cause soot buildup that a standard MOT emissions check may not fully reveal. Tyre condition and date codes should be verified, as low-mileage cars often run on the same set of tyres for several years, risking sidewall cracking and reduced wet grip even with legal tread depth remaining.