1994 Peugeot 106 1.3L Petrol · M858 CDU

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 11 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded, which is a positive immediate indicator of roadworthiness. Looking back through the recorded tests, the pattern shows a mix of outcomes but a discernible improvement trend. The two failures, both dating from 2009 and 2010, cluster around exhaust integrity, emissions compliance, anti-roll bar linkages, and a structural corrosion concern at the offside front suspension mounting area. The latter is particularly noteworthy as it relates to prescribed area corrosion, a category the DVSA scrutinises closely because deterioration in load-bearing locations can compromise structural integrity. However, after the 2010 failure, the subsequent tests in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2017, 2018, and 2026 are all passes, with only a single advisory in 2012 concerning a minor exhaust gas leak. The absence of any recorded advisories since 2012, combined with the clean 2026 pass, suggests the suspension corrosion issue was rectified at the time of failure and that the vehicle has been maintained to a reasonable standard in the intervening years. The recorded mileage of 81,296 miles across approximately 32 years equates to an annual average of around 2,540 miles, which is substantially below typical usage for a vehicle of this age. This low annual figure suggests either genuinely light use or extended periods of standing between MOTs, and this is borne out by the irregular test intervals visible in the history, with notable gaps such as between 2013 and 2017 and between 2018 and 2026. Low recorded mileage can be advantageous in that major drivetrain components such as the engine, gearbox, and clutch will have experienced less mechanical wear. However, prolonged standing introduces its own set of age-related concerns. Seals and gaskets can harden and weep, brake calipers can seize or bind due to corrosion on the slide pins and piston seals, and brake discs can develop severe surface corrosion that leads to judder or uneven braking feel on initial application. Coolant, brake fluid, and even engine oil degrade with calendar age rather than mileage alone, and a 32 year old car will almost certainly require time-based servicing of these fluids regardless of how few miles it has covered. Given the sparse recent MOT history and the age of the vehicle, a prospective buyer should carry out a number of practical physical inspections beyond relying on the official test record. Tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, as old tyres can pass a tread depth check yet be unsafe due to rubber degradation; the production date on the sidewall should be checked and any tyres over six years old considered for replacement. The 12 volt battery should be load tested, as batteries that have sat discharged or partially charged for long periods suffer permanent capacity loss. Brake calipers, particularly the rear drums or sliding calipers common to the Peugeot 106, should be checked for free movement and the discs examined for lip corrosion, while a firm brake pedal application from stationary will reveal any binding. Underneath the vehicle, particular attention should be paid to the offside front suspension mounting area flagged in the 2010 failure, inspecting for any return of corrosion in the inner wing, strut top, or suspension turret, as well as the condition of the anti-roll bar drop links, suspension bushes, and coil springs. On a test drive, listen for clonks or knocks over uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn bushes or top mounts, and pay attention to any pulling under braking, excessive travel from the brake pedal, or exhaust fumes entering the cabin, the latter being particularly important given the recurring exhaust leak advisories in earlier years. Finally, verify the service history stamps and ask for evidence of timing belt replacement, as a 32 year old Peugeot 106 will almost certainly have reached the calendar interval requiring this critical maintenance item regardless of the odometer reading.