1998 PEUGEOT 4061.8L PETROL

The most recent MOT entry for this 1998 Peugeot 406 is a pass on 2007-06-28 at 140,870 miles. No major defects were recorded, though minor issues included windscreen damage and slight play in rear tie bar/rod ball joints . This follows a failed test in May 2007 at 139,470 miles, which listed multiple faults: non-working lights, excessive play in front and rear tie bars , tire tread below legal limits , and a major exhaust leak . The 2005 MOT was clean, with no defects. The recurring mechanical pattern shows suspension-related issues (play in tie bar/rod ball joints) and tire wear as consistent concerns. The 2007 failed test also highlighted lighting failures and exhaust corrosion , which may indicate neglect or exposure to harsh conditions. While the 2007 pass suggests repairs were made, the high number of defects in a single test raises questions about the vehicle’s maintenance history. No other MOT entries show similar severity, but the lack of recent data (last test in 2007) limits insight into long-term trends. The vehicle’s mileage of 140,870 miles is very low for its age (28 years), averaging ~5,031 miles annually. This could imply light use or periods of inactivity , which might lead to rubber component degradation (e.g., wiper blades, seals) or corrosion in stagnant systems.