2015 Peugeot 308 1.6L Diesel · WS10 WOO

A persistent pattern of deferred maintenance regarding braking components and tyre integrity defines this vehicle's recent history. Front brake pads and the offside rear tyre were flagged as advisories for three consecutive years before resulting in a failure on 2025-12-15 due to dangerous wear and structural tyre failure. While the vehicle ultimately passed its most recent test on 2025-12-16, the record shows a trend of consumables reaching critical limits before being addressed. With a recorded mileage of 36,260 miles over an eleven year period, the vehicle has averaged approximately 3,296 miles per year. This low annual accumulation suggests the car has spent significant time stationary or has been used for very short journeys. Mechanically, such usage patterns often lead to the degradation of rubber components through age rather than wear, which is evidenced by the repeated advisories for perishing and cracking tyres despite the low odometer reading. Attention should be directed toward the braking system, specifically the rear discs which remained an advisory after the most recent pass for being worn, pitted, or scored. During a test drive, feel for any pedal judder or uneven braking force, which would indicate that the pitting on the rear discs is affecting surface contact. Listen for any grinding noises when braking, as the long-term delay in replacing the front pads may have caused premature wear to the mating surfaces of the discs. Inspect the current state of all tyres, particularly the offside front which was noted as worn close to the legal limit in December 2025. Given the history of structural failure and cracking on the offside rear tyre, a full inspection of the sidewalls for further perishing is necessary. Ensure the steering is straight and there is no abnormal vibration at speed, as the previous structural failure of a tyre can sometimes be linked to alignment issues.