PEUGEOT 3072002 · 2.0L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards deteriorating rubber and suspension components. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 86,506 miles passed, the tester flagged multiple advisories that were not present in previous years. This indicates a departure from the clean records seen in 2022 and 2023, suggesting that age-related degradation is now beginning to manifest despite the low annual mileage. The recorded mileage of 86,506 miles is low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per year. This low usage pattern is consistent, with only 2,217 miles covered between the October 2024 and October 2025 tests. However, low mileage often correlates with the drying of rubber-based components. The recurring reports of cracking and perishing tyres across 2024 and 2025 confirm that the materials are suffering from age-oxidation rather than mechanical wear from frequent driving. A buyer must inspect the front suspension thoroughly, as the 2025 test identified both the nearside and offside suspension arm bushes as worn. The presence of corrosion on the offside rear coil spring and a worn bush on the offside rear shock absorber further suggests the suspension assembly is reaching the end of its service life. Given the consistent advisories regarding perishing tyres, all four tyres should be checked for sidewall cracking and structural integrity, as they are likely aged out regardless of remaining tread depth.