1998 PEUGEOT 2061.4L PETROL

The vehicle's roadworthiness is currently indeterminate due to a lack of MOT data for the past seventeen years. The last recorded test occurred in March 2009 at 67,308 miles, where the car passed after a failure just three days prior. Because no tests have been logged since that date, there is no evidence to confirm the current state of the mechanical components or the structural integrity. The historical maintenance trend stopped abruptly two decades ago, leaving the vehicle's present condition unverified by official testing records. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 28-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,400 miles per year. Between September 2006 and March 2009, the car covered 23,863 miles, indicating consistent but light use during that period. The seventeen-year gap between the 2009 test and today suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods. While low mileage reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, prolonged inactivity often leads to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and seized brake calipers, risks that are not captured by mileage-only metrics. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the front suspension, which showed recurring issues with deteriorated rubber bushes and ball joints between 2007 and 2009. The tester previously flagged offside front brake juddering and a distorted bead rim, which indicate potential warped discs or impact damage to the wheel. The buyer should check for significant corrosion on the chassis and exhaust system, as a leak was previously noted. Given the age and the long interval since the last inspection, a thorough check of all fluid lines, tyre age, and braking system is essential to ensure the vehicle remains safe for road use.