2014 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · SJ64 BZK

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed its test in December 2023 at 108,560 miles, this followed two significant failures within the same month. The trend suggests that the owner only addresses defects once they cause an MOT failure, as evidenced by the presence of safety-critical issues like the SRS warning lamp and structural tyre failures persisting across multiple tests. At 108,560 miles over 12 years, the car averages approximately 9,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for a hatchback. However, the data shows a period of high activity between October 2022 and December 2023 where nearly 10,000 miles were covered in just fourteen months. This period saw a cluster of severe mechanical failures, including a fractured nearside front coil spring and a structural failure of the offside front tyre, indicating the vehicle may have undergone significant stress or neglect during that specific interval. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The record specifically flagged worn front suspension arm bushes and a track rod end with excessive play in 2022, followed by a broken coil spring in late 2023. The nearside rear brake discs were noted as pitted and scored during the most recent test, which suggests the braking components are nearing the end of their effective life. Furthermore, the SRS warning lamp recorded in November and December 2023 is a critical safety concern that must be verified to ensure the airbag system is functional, as this fault indicates a malfunction in the supplementary restraint system.