2014 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · RV64 LHP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in October 2023 at 104,565 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure just one mile prior. This failure highlighted critical issues with the front braking system and steering geometry. The transition from a clean record to multiple defects suggests that the previous owner only addressed mechanical faults when forced by the MOT tester rather than performing scheduled maintenance. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,700 miles per year. Between November 2020 at 82,025 miles and October 2023 at 104,565 miles, the car covered roughly 22,000 miles, showing steady usage patterns. However, the gap between the tests in 2021 and 2022 shows a period of relatively low activity, which contrasts with the sudden appearance of worn components noted in the 2023 failure. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension to ensure the repairs made in October 2023 were effective. The tester previously flagged a worn lower suspension arm bush and a track rod end ball joint with excessive play; these should be checked for remaining movement or rubber de-lamination. Furthermore, because the nearside front brake pads were recorded below the legal limit and the discs were worn, it is essential to verify that both components were replaced and are not currently showing signs of glazing or uneven wear. Given that the last MOT was conducted over eighteen months ago, the vehicle is now overdue for a test. The history of worn tyres in 2020 and brake failures in 2023 suggests that consumables are frequently neglected. An inspection of the current tyre tread depth and the condition of the exhaust system is required to determine if the maintenance standard has deteriorated since the last recorded entry.