2006 Peugeot 206 1.4L Petrol · AD55 FDL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy certificate, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning shift toward mechanical neglect. While it passed its latest test in February 2026 at 90,020 miles, this followed a significant failure just two weeks prior at the same mileage. The February 2026 failure at 89,987 miles revealed critical issues including a major exhaust leak from the front flexi and rear silencer, alongside excessive oil leaking onto the exhaust. This suggests that the owner only addresses faults upon an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 20 years old, the recorded mileage of 90,022 miles represents a low annual usage rate of approximately 4,500 miles. This low usage often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber components, which is clearly evident in this record. Between February 2024 and February 2026, the car covered only 5,317 miles. Despite this low mileage, the vehicle consistently suffers from tyre perishing and cracking across all four corners, indicating the car likely sits for long periods, allowing rubber to degrade regardless of tread depth. A buyer must personally inspect the engine bay for the source of the excessive oil leak noted in February 2026, as oil dripping onto a hot exhaust manifold or pipe presents a fire risk. The suspension requires close attention, as the nearside front shock absorber already showed misting of oil in early 2026. Furthermore, the recurring history of binding rear brakes and thin pads since 2025 suggests the braking system may be poorly maintained or prone to seizing. Given the history of major exhaust failures and persistent minor leaks, the entire exhaust system should be checked for structural corrosion and secure mounting.