PEUGEOT 1061996 · 1.1L PETROL

The 1996 Peugeot 106 has a limited MOT history, with the most recent recorded test on 2008-12-23, when it passed with 74,902 miles. However, a failed test just 13 days earlier (2008-12-10) at the same mileage revealed multiple issues, including non-functional rear stop and registration plate lamps, incorrect direction indicator colours, a parking brake lever lacking reserve travel, and excessive exhaust emissions. These defects suggest electrical and emission system faults, which may indicate aging components or poor maintenance. The vehicle’s MOT history prior to 2008 shows two passes in 2007 at lower mileages (69,112 and 67,349 miles), with no recorded defects. This implies the car was in acceptable condition at that time. However, the 2008 failure and subsequent pass at the same mileage raise questions about whether the issues were resolved or if there was an error in recording the mileage. The lack of further MOT data after 2008 means the current condition cannot be fully assessed. The vehicle’s mileage of 74,902 miles for a 30-year-old car is unusually low, averaging 2,497 miles per year. This could indicate light use or prolonged periods of inactivity, which may lead to issues like corrosion, dried-out rubber seals, or electrical system degradation. While lower mileage often correlates with less wear on mechanical components, it does not eliminate risks associated with aging, such as brittle hoses or seized moving parts.