2001 PEUGEOT 1061.1L Petrol

The 2001 Peugeot 106 is presently not roadworthy, as the February 2026 MOT at 108,146 miles records a failed offside front lower suspension arm ball joint with slight play and excessive corrosion in the front inner suspension mounting areas, both of which compromise structural strength; the January 2026 failure at 108,023 miles showed the same suspension play and severe corrosion in the same mounting zones, indicating that the maintenance trend is not improving. Mileage has risen from 85,554 miles recorded in October 2015 to 108,146 miles by February 2026, a gain of 22,592 miles over 11 years, averaging 2,054 miles per year, yet the most recent 12‑month period added 5,906 miles, suggesting accelerating usage after a period of relative inactivity. A buyer should therefore inspect the front suspension assembly, paying close attention to the ball joint play, the condition of the suspension arm pins and bushes, and the structural integrity of the inner wing mounting points where corrosion has reduced rigidity. Additional checks must include the condition of the brake discs and drums for pitting or insecure fixing, the integrity of the exhaust system for leaks, the state of the tyres for cracking or perishing, and verification that all safety‑critical lighting and restraint components are functional, as these items have repeatedly appeared as defects across the vehicle’s history.