2015 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · WN15 YNU

A persistent pattern of front-end wear is the defining characteristic of this Peugeot 308's MOT record. The most recent test on 17 March 2026 was a pass, but it was accompanied by advisories on both front lower suspension arm rear bushes showing wear, alongside a note that the front brake discs are worn though not yet beyond limit. This follows a 2025 failure on the offside front drive shaft CV boot, which is a known weak point on this model, and a recurring advisory across three consecutive tests for light oil misting on the offside front shock absorber. Earlier tests from 2020 through 2023 were largely clean, with only minor items recorded, indicating that the front suspension, braking, and drivetrain seals have become the primary areas of attention as the car has accumulated mileage. The accumulation of advisories on the same corner and component family over successive tests suggests a worsening rather than stable trend in chassis condition. With 134,328 miles recorded over an 11-year lifespan, this vehicle has covered approximately 12,200 miles annually, a figure substantially above the typical mileage for a car of this age. MOT testing has been broadly consistent year on year with no multi-year lay-ups or significant gaps in the record, confirming regular use rather than long periods of standing. High annual mileage of this nature places greater mechanical demand on suspension components, brake consumables, drivetrain seals, and tyres, all of which is reflected in the specific advisories recorded. The CV boot failure in 2025 and the cumulative suspension advisories align with the wear profile expected of a vehicle driven consistently at this rate. For a prospective buyer, the front suspension and drivetrain seals should be the primary focus of any physical inspection. The advisories on the nearside and offside front lower suspension arm rear bushes warrant a careful check for movement; with the vehicle on a lift or with the wheel loaded, any clunking or slack through the front end when braking or cornering would indicate the bushes have deteriorated beyond advisory threshold. The CV boot failure in 2025 was rectified, but the joint itself should be inspected for play, clicking on full-lock turns, or fresh grease contamination around the boot, which would suggest a subsequent failure. The light oil misting on the offside front shock absorber has been present for three tests without being escalated, though on a test drive any worsening knocking or damping inconsistency over uneven surfaces should be noted. The front brake discs flagged as worn in the most recent test should be measured for remaining thickness and checked for lipping or scoring, as discs at this mileage may be approaching replacement. On a road test, listen for any brake judder through the pedal, which would indicate disc run-out, and confirm the car tracks straight under firm braking without pulling. The nearside front tyre sidewall damage noted in 2025 also merits a close look at the current tyres for any cracking, bulging, or scuffing, particularly on the inner shoulder which can wear prematurely if the suspension geometry is compromised by worn bushes. Finally, given the high overall mileage, it is prudent to check for any seepage from the power steering rack and to confirm the timing belt or chain service interval has been observed, as these items are not assessed under MOT but are critical at this mileage band.