2012 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · WJ12 XLS
2012 Peugeot 308 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 31 May 2012. Recorded mileage 109,812 miles. MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 308
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 109,812 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WJ12 XLS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/07/2026
- 109,812 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WJ12 XLS 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 2012 Peugeot 308 (WJ12 XLS) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 July 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: Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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.
WJ12 XLS Mileage History
- 09/07/202497,212 mi
- 09/07/202497,212 mi
- 31/07/2025104,622 mi+7,410 mi
- 14/07/2026109,812 mi+5,190 mi
- 14/07/2026109,812 mi
Average of roughly 6,262 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Peugeot 308 (T7)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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