2004 Peugeot 206 1.4L Diesel · AX04 XGJ

This 2004 Peugeot 206 has passed its most recent MOT in January 2026, but the history reveals a persistent pattern of wear in the front suspension and steering components. While the vehicle has passed, it is accumulating a variety of advisories related to ball joints, track rod ends, and suspension bushes. The mechanical trend appears to be worsening or at least becoming more complex. While some specific steering rack issues noted in 2024 and 2025 seem to have been addressed, the number of individual suspension and steering advisories has increased in the latest test. There is also a long-standing, recurring oil leak that has been noted in every single MOT entry since at least 2023. The mileage of 127,180 is relatively low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging under 6,000 miles per year. This low usage suggests the car has not been subjected to heavy motorway driving, but it also carries the risk that the vehicle may have spent long periods stationary. This can lead to the perished rubber components and cracked tyres seen in the 2024 records. The recurring oil leak is a significant point of concern. Although it has been described as "not excessive" for several years, its persistence suggests a seal or gasket issue that is not being fully rectified.