2014 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · SA14 XKD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on November 12, 2025, but the immediate history reveals a recent period of deteriorating suspension condition. A failure just six days prior at the same mileage of 113,774 miles highlighted a critically failed nearside front shock absorber, a worn front ball joint, and a worn offside front suspension arm bush. While these issues were addressed to achieve the subsequent pass, the recurring nature of suspension faults indicates that components are reaching the end of their service life. At 113,774 miles over 12 years, the car averages approximately 9,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a family hatchback. The record shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 7,000 miles covered between the 2022 and 2023 tests, and another 4,700 miles between October 2023 and 2024. This steady mileage suggests the vehicle is driven regularly, which generally prevents internal seals and rubber components from seizing due to age-related failure. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the tester repeatedly flagged worn bushes and ball joints between 2023 and 2025. The misting of oil on shock absorbers noted in 2022 and 2024 progressed into a functional failure by late 2025, suggesting the dampers are failing prematurely. Additionally, the history of pitted and scored brake discs across all axles in 2022 and 2023 suggests the braking system is prone to corrosion or has been neglected during cleaning, necessitating a check of current pad thickness and disc condition.