PEUGEOT BIPPER2014 · 1.2L DIESEL

The Peugeot Bipper passed its most recent MOT on 24 January 2026 at 187,186 miles, but the underlying maintenance trend is worsening rather than stable. The January 2026 test still flagged front brake pads wearing thin and an offside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit on the edge. These faults follow a pattern of repeated suspension and exhaust failures across the prior two years, showing that structural and mechanical defects were only partly corrected between tests. At roughly 15,600 miles per year, the 2014 van has covered high mileage for its age, now totalling 187,186 miles over twelve years. The record shows tight annual use with only about 2,880 miles added between November 2023 and November 2024, then 2,778 miles to January 2026. No major standing gaps appear, but the heavy early-life mileage has clearly loaded wear onto the front suspension and steering. Recurring faults demand a physical inspection before purchase. The November 2023 and November 2024 failures both cited Macpherson strut top mountings damaged and seriously weakened on both sides, plus front suspension arm pins and bushes excessively worn. The 2024 retest also exposed a major front exhaust gas leak at the flexi and insecure rubber mountings, corrected by the pass but worth checking for weld or hanger fatigue. Offside front steering rack inner joint play appeared in both 2023 and 2024, and oil leaks from the front have persisted since 2023. A buyer should verify the offside rear brake pipe corrosion noted in 2023, confirm the 2026 tyre and pad advisories are now resolved, and scrutinise the anti-roll bar ball joint dust covers and shock absorber casings. The repeated registration lamp failures and tyre perishing suggest the previous owner deferred basic consumable care.