2022 Peugeot 308 GT Puretech S/S Auto 1.2L Petrol · SC72 GVF

A 2022 Peugeot 308 GT equipped with the PureTech petrol engine and automatic transmission presents a mechanical profile that sits at the intersection of a clean recent roadworthiness pass and a usage pattern that warrants closer inspection. The single recorded MOT test on 1 October 2025 returned a pass with no advisories or defects noted, which is a positive data point for any prospective buyer. However, the absence of earlier test history in the DVSA record is notable, as vehicles typically become MOT testable from their third anniversary onwards, and this is the first recorded cycle. While a clean pass is encouraging, it represents a single snapshot rather than a longitudinal trend, meaning there is no historical baseline of advisories against which to gauge whether wear items are progressing normally or accelerating between tests. Recorded mileage of 54,615 miles across approximately four years equates to an annual accumulation rate of around 13,650 miles, which sits firmly on the higher side of average for a vehicle of this age. The average UK mileage is closer to 7,000 to 9,000 miles per year, so this Peugeot has been worked considerably harder than the typical privately-owned hatchback. Mechanically, this level of usage has direct implications for the PureTech engine family, which is known within the trade for timing belt wear and the potential for premature timing chain stretch in higher-mileage applications, as well as turbocharger actuator fatigue. Brake discs and pads, clutch material in the torque converter interface, suspension bushes, coil springs, and wheel bearings will also have accumulated proportionally more cycles, increasing the likelihood of component wear surfacing in the near future even though the current test returned no flagged items. For a test drive evaluation, particular attention should be paid to the cold-start behaviour, listening for any rattle from the timing chain area or turbocharger whistling under load that sounds irregular or gravelly rather than a clean spool. On the road, monitor for any hesitation, misfire, or illuminated engine management light, as the PureTech units can develop carbon build-up on the inlet valves and ignition coil failures at this mileage band. The automatic transmission should be assessed for smooth, timely gear changes without flare, slip, or harshness, particularly when moving from standstill into second and third gear, and reverse engagement should be checked for any judder or delay. Given the higher-than-average mileage and the limited MOT history available, a pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with the PureTech engine family would be prudent, ideally including a compression test, a timing chain stretch check via diagnostic read of the chain wear counter, and a borescope inspection of the inlet valves for carbon accumulation. Underneath the vehicle, inspect the suspension arms, drop links, anti-roll bar bushes, and subframe mounting points for any early corrosion or perished rubber, as these areas commonly generate advisories on higher-mileage Peugeots. Finally, check the underside exhaust system for blue staining indicative of oil consumption, and verify the coolant level and condition, as the PureTech engines can be susceptible to water pump and thermostat housing wear. A clean current MOT pass is a positive starting point, but the mileage profile and engine type demand a more thorough mechanical investigation than the test certificate alone might suggest.