2012 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · SH12 UFW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in March 2026 at 65,032 miles shows a pass following a failure just two days prior. That failure highlighted critical safety issues including a fractured nearside front coil spring, illegal tyres, and a failed fog lamp. While the immediate faults were rectified, the recurring nature of mechanical failures suggests that the owner only addresses defects when they are necessary to pass the MOT test. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 65,032 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,600 miles per year. However, the data shows a discrepancy in usage patterns. The vehicle covered 5,205 miles between March 2024 and March 2025, yet only clocked 728 miles in the year leading up to the March 2026 test. This period of low-mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components, which is evidenced by the cracking and perishing of the rear tyres noted in the March 2026 record despite the low overall mileage. A buyer must perform a thorough inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The nearside front coil spring failed in both 2024 and 2026, and a worn anti-roll bar ball joint was flagged in 2024, indicating a potential for further wear in the front-end assembly. The 2025 advisory also noted thin inner rear brake pads and a damaged rear brake cable. Given the low usage and age, the inspector should also check for seized brake calipers and corrosion on the brake discs, which frequently affect vehicles that sit stationary for long periods.