1999 Peugeot 406 2.0L Petrol · V460 GRV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on November 6, 2025 at 110,991 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but shows signs of age-related wear emerging. While the November 2024 test returned a completely clean sheet, the most recent inspection identified slight play in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint. This indicates the beginning of suspension component degradation, which is typical for a vehicle of this age despite the low mileage. At 27 years old, the recorded 110,991 miles represent an average of approximately 4,111 miles per year. This low annual usage suggests the car has likely spent long periods stationary, which can often lead to the perishing of rubber components rather than mechanical wear. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent over recent years, with roughly 3,300 miles driven between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 3,379 miles between November 2024 and 2025. A buyer should pay close attention to the exhaust system, as the history shows a failure in November 2024 due to a major leak and high lambda readings. This followed a 2023 advisory for perished mounting rubbers and a corroded silencer, suggesting the exhaust assembly is prone to structural corrosion and requires monitoring for further leaks. Additionally, the 2022 report of a binding offside rear service brake necessitates a physical inspection of the caliper pistons and slide pins to ensure the brakes have not seized due to lack of use. Given the recent advisory on the anti-roll bar linkage, a thorough check of all suspension bushes and joints is essential to identify if the play is widespread across the chassis.