2017 PEUGEOT 2081.2L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test in August 2025 at 49,027 miles. The maintenance trend shows a reactive rather than proactive approach. The car failed that same test due to a split offside front drive shaft boot and a defective nearside headlamp but was rectified to pass without further defects. Since the 2025 pass, no tests have been recorded, suggesting that the current owner addresses immediate safety failures as they arise. At approximately nine years old, the recorded mileage of 49,027 miles represents low annual usage, averaging roughly 5,400 miles per year. This pattern is consistent across the records, showing a gap of 3,924 miles between August 2023 and 2024, and another 4,575 miles in the following year. While low mileage reduces engine wear, the infrequent use of vehicles often leads to the degradation of rubber components due to age, which aligns with the perishing tyre issues noted in the history. A physical inspection should focus on the suspension and rubber components, which have shown a history of wear. The 2022 test flagged a damaged offside front Macpherson strut mounting and a defective front exhaust mounting, so the buyer must check for play or knocking in the front end. The recurring issues with perishing and cracking tyres in 2022 and 2024 suggest that the sidewalls may be dry-rotted despite sufficient tread depth. The buyer should also verify the front brake pads, as they were already noted as wearing thin at 37,800 miles.