2004 PEUGEOT 2061.4L Diesel

The vehicle is currently not roadworthy; the most recent MOT on 2025‑09‑23 at 173,203 miles recorded a failure. Multiple serious defects were flagged, including an oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i)), a damaged rear engine mounting (6.1.8 (a) (i)), reduced damping in the offside rear shock absorbers (5.3.2 (d)), excessive corrosion of both rear outer cills (5.3.6 (a) (i)), a modified rear suspension component rendering the system inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii)), and a seized axle‑beam bearing. These issues demonstrate a clear worsening trend, as earlier tests in 2024 and 2023 showed only minor corrosion and worn bushes, whereas the latest result aggregates structural and mechanical faults that compromise safety and integrity. Mileage accumulation has been steady at roughly 7,873 miles per year over the car’s 22‑year life, which aligns with typical usage for a 2004 model. MOT records show an annual testing cadence, but the presence of paired tests on the same day in 2022 and 2024 indicates repeated failures and rapid retesting rather than continuous improvement. The most recent failure occurred only about ten months before the present date, so the vehicle’s condition is both current and unresolved. Recurring faults centre on the rear suspension and chassis. Corrosion of the rear outer cills and axle beam has escalated, with the 2025 test describing “excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength.” The rear shock absorbers progressed from slightly worn bushes in 2024 to a reduced damping effect in 2025, while the axle‑beam bearing has seized, suggesting a failure of the load‑bearing structure. The engine mounting damage and oil leak point to ongoing lubrication system neglect. Earlier entries also highlighted brake‑hose corrosion, ABS faults, and suspension ball‑joint wear, reinforcing a pattern of chassis‑related deterioration. A prospective buyer should inspect the rear suspension mounting points, the axle‑beam bearing for seizure, and the rear shock absorbers for damping integrity. The engine mount and oil system must be examined for leaks and structural damage. Corrosion on the rear outer cills and axle beam should be assessed for structural soundness, and any modifications to the rear suspension should be verified as original equipment. Brake discs, hoses, and the ABS module merit a thorough check given historic corrosion and ABS warnings. Finally, the steering rack gaiter and suspension ball‑joint dust covers should be inspected for deterioration, as these components have shown repeated wear in the MOT history.