2001 Peugeot 106 1.1L Petrol · Y942 AHP

The most recent official DVSA MOT test for this 2001 Peugeot 106, conducted on 8 October 2025, resulted in a failure, although no specific defect categories were recorded against the entry. This outcome follows a passed test on 14 April 2025, which itself was preceded by a same-day failure that was subsequently rectified. Prior to that, the vehicle passed at its 2024 and 2023 anniversaries without any advisories or failures noted. The overall maintenance trend therefore shows a stable history of clean passes over the preceding two years, with a recent lapse that is not necessarily indicative of systemic neglect. Given the absence of recorded defect details on the latest failure, it would be prudent to obtain the full VT30 refusal notice or speak with the previous owner to determine the exact nature of the items that caused the failure, as this could range from minor items such as lamp or wiper defects to more substantive mechanical or braking concerns. With a recorded mileage of 102,054 miles across approximately 25 years of service, this Peugeot 106 has averaged around 4,082 miles per year, which is considerably below the typical usage profile for a vehicle of its age and class. This low annual mileage suggests either limited daily use or, more probably, extended periods of standing or very occasional motoring. Such a usage pattern carries distinct mechanical implications: prolonged standing accelerates corrosion on brake discs, promotes caliper slide seizure, degrades the 12 volt battery through repeated shallow discharge cycles, and accelerates the ageing of rubber components such as tyres, hoses, and suspension bushes. Conversely, the relatively low overall mileage means that major mechanical wear items, including the clutch, gearbox internals, and engine bottom end, are unlikely to have suffered the cumulative stress associated with high-mileage examples. For a prospective buyer, the clean advisory record across the recent passes is reassuring, but the time-based deterioration typical of a quarter-century-old vehicle warrants careful physical inspection. Tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber degrades with age regardless of tread depth; any tyres older than five years should be replaced as a matter of safety. Brake discs, particularly on a vehicle that has stood for extended periods, frequently exhibit surface corrosion and lipping, and the caliper slide pins and pistons may have seized, leading to uneven pad wear or brake bind. Lift the car and check for free disc rotation and confirm that the handbrake releases fully. Also verify the condition of the exhaust system, which on a 25 year old Peugeot 106 is likely to be approaching the end of its service life due to internal corrosion and catalytic converter degradation. Fluid condition and electrical systems deserve particular attention given the calendar age of the vehicle. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and should have been replaced at least every two years; request evidence of recent fluid changes and inspect the fluid in the reservoir for discolouration. Coolant should similarly have been refreshed, and the condition of the radiator and associated hoses should be examined for brittleness and weeping. The 12 volt battery is almost certainly due for replacement at this age and should be load tested, as a marginal battery can produce erratic electronic behaviour. Finally, check the service book for evidence of regular cambelt and timing belt changes at the manufacturer-specified intervals, inspect the underbody and suspension components for corrosion, and listen during a test drive for any clonks from the front suspension, excessive exhaust smoke on start-up, or irregularities in the gearbox, all of which would be consistent with the wear profile expected of a low-mileage but time-aged small hatchback of this era.