2012 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · WM62 VFB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive ownership style. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 115,316 miles, the failure just one day prior revealed multiple mechanical and structural deficiencies. The trend shows a recurring pattern of failing components, such as drive shaft boots and lighting, being addressed only after an inspection failure. This suggests the owner performs the absolute minimum repairs necessary to pass the MOT rather than following a rigorous preventative maintenance schedule. At 115,316 miles over 14 years, the car averages approximately 8,200 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage patterns. There is a significant gap of 16,436 miles between the October 2023 test (90,940 miles) and the October 2024 test (107,380 miles). This period of use, combined with the variety of faults appearing in a single year, likely explains the heavy wear on rubber components and suspension geometry seen in the recent records. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the offside front outer sill, as damage was flagged in the 2025 test and remains noted. Structural integrity on this age of Peugeot is prone to hidden corrosion in the sills and arches. Furthermore, the offside front track rod end was noted for having excessive play in November 2025; the buyer should verify that this and related suspension bushings were actually replaced and that steering precision is maintained. The previous failure of the nearside front CV boot also necessitates a check for grease leakage or internal damage to the drive shaft, which often leads to premature joint failure if ignored.