2009 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · AV09 AVF

The defining mechanical thread running through this Peugeot 107's MOT record is a chronic, repeated advisory on the front suspension arm rear bushes, flagged on both nearside and offside across virtually every annual test from 2021 through 2025. While none of these advisories have yet resulted in test failure, the fact that the same components are flagged year after year indicates a progressive wear pattern rather than a transient condition. The most recent test on 1 October 2025 was a pass, but it carried advisories for both front suspension arm rear bushes plus a front brake pad advisory noting the friction material is wearing thin. Earlier tests show an additional pattern of nearside rear tyre cracking or perishing flagged in 2021, 2023, and 2024, suggesting either prolonged standing periods or simply the natural ageing of the rubber compound on this low-mileage vehicle. An exhaust mounting defect was noted in 2024, and a recurring nearside rear reflector defect has appeared as a minor in 2021 and 2022, though these are relatively trivial items. With 89,982 miles recorded over approximately seventeen years, this 107 has averaged around 5,293 miles per year, which is substantially below typical annual mileage for a city car of this type. Lower accumulation of miles can mean reduced wear on major drivetrain and high-cost components such as the clutch, gearbox, and engine internals, but it frequently correlates with extended periods of standing, which brings its own issues. For this particular vehicle, the recurring tyre cracking advisories on the nearside rear are consistent with rubber perishing due to age rather than wear, and the suspension component degradation appears to be age-related rather than mileage-related. There are no large unexplained gaps between annual submissions and no dramatic mileage jumps, indicating the vehicle has been used consistently if sparingly throughout its life. From a buyer's perspective, the front suspension arm rear bushes are the single most important item to scrutinise on a physical inspection and test drive. These bushes are pressed into the rear of the front lower suspension arms and their deterioration typically presents as a vague, wandering feel through the steering, particularly over uneven road surfaces, accompanied by a clonking or knocking noise from the front suspension when traversing speed bumps or potholes. On a test drive, listen carefully for any knocking from the front end over bumps and pay attention to whether the steering feels imprecise or tramlines in crosswinds. A garage can jack the front end and use a pry bar to check for play in the bushes, as the MOT advisory specifically notes the wear is currently within tolerance but warrants close monitoring. The thin front brake pads flagged at the most recent test should also be addressed promptly, as continued urban driving in a vehicle of this weight will consume the remaining friction material relatively quickly. Check the front discs at the same time for a lipped or corroded outer rim, as low mileage and short journeys tend to promote surface corrosion on the discs even when pad wear is modest. Inspect the nearside rear tyre closely for any sidewall cracking or perishing, and consider replacing all four tyres proactively given their age. Finally, examine the exhaust mounting for any signs of the system hanging down or contacting the underbody, as a deteriorated mounting can eventually lead to exhaust damage. Beyond these recorded items, a thorough inspection of the underbody for corrosion is advisable on any seventeen-year-old vehicle, though none has yet been flagged in the MOT history.