2009 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · SY09 DYV

The 2009 Peugeot 308 presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT conducted on 22 February 2022 at 110,042 miles passing cleanly with zero defects recorded. That certificate is now over four years old as of June 2026, meaning the vehicle has been without a current MOT for a significant period. The gap raises questions about whether the car has been in regular use, stored, or simply left untested. A fresh MOT should be arranged before any purchase to confirm its present condition. The mileage progression tells a fairly consistent story. Between the June 2018 pass at 96,277 miles and the November 2020 pass at 106,709 miles, the car covered roughly 10,400 miles in just over two years, averaging around 4,700 miles annually during that window. From November 2020 to February 2022, it added only 3,333 miles, suggesting a notable drop in usage or a period of limited activity. The recorded mileage has remained static at 110,042 since the last test, which could indicate the vehicle has been sitting unused for an extended period. Prolonged standing can cause flat-spotted tyres, seized brake calipers, deteriorated fluid levels, and moisture ingress in the fuel and exhaust systems. Despite the clean MOT history, the absence of any recorded advisories or failures across all five documented tests is unusually spotless for a vehicle of this age and should be viewed cautiously rather than celebrated outright. It may reflect diligent upkeep, but it could also suggest infrequent testing intervals that allowed minor issues to go unrecorded. The duplicate entry on 15 May 2019, listed as a failure with no defects recorded, is a data anomaly worth noting, though it does not indicate a mechanical concern. A buyer should carry out a thorough in-person inspection focusing on areas that commonly deteriorate on aging 308s. Check the front suspension lower arms and rear axle bushes for wear, inspect the exhaust system for corrosion given the car's age, and examine the brake discs and pads for uneven wear or binding, particularly if the vehicle has stood idle. Tyre condition and date codes deserve close attention, as rubber degrades with age regardless of tread depth. Engine mounts, coolant hoses, and the condition of the timing belt and its associated tensioners should also be verified, as these are age-critical items on the 1.6-litre petrol units fitted to this generation. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended before committing to the purchase.