2013 Peugeot 508 1.6L Diesel · SJ53 NEW
2013 Peugeot 508 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 21 Feb 2013. Recorded mileage 123,765 miles. MOT valid until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 508
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,765 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SJ53 NEW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/06/2026
- 123,765 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SJ53 NEW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Peugeot 508 (SJ53 NEW) between March 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
SJ53 NEW Mileage History
- 25/03/2024110,238 mi
- 28/03/2024110,243 mi+5 mi
- 02/04/2025118,385 mi+8,142 mi
- 02/04/2025118,385 mi
- 03/06/2026123,765 mi+5,380 mi
Average of roughly 6,176 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Peugeot 508 (Gen 1)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Rear Suspension Bush WearModerate
The rear suspension trailing arm bushes wear prematurely on UK roads, causing a knocking noise from the rear over bumps and vague handling at speed. This is a common MOT advisory item.
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