2010 Peugeot RCZ 1.6L Petrol · BG60 OOX

A history of intermittent emissions failures and recurring tyre wear defines this vehicle's mechanical record, though it achieved a clean pass on 14 July 2025 following a failure for a split nearside front drive shaft constant velocity boot. The 2023 testing period was particularly problematic, involving multiple failures related to exhaust lambda readings, carbon monoxide and hydrocarbon levels, and an inoperative engine management light, suggesting a period of significant engine management instability. With 82,335 recorded miles over sixteen years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 5,146 miles per year. This low annual accumulation suggests the car has spent significant time stationary or has been used for short-distance trips, which often correlates with the type of wear seen in the records, such as the corrosion and pitting noted on the front brake discs in 2021 and the perishing of tyre sidewalls. Attention should be paid to the engine sealing and emissions system given the 2023 record of an oil leak and major exhaust failures. During a test drive, listen for any erratic idling or hesitation under acceleration that could indicate lingering issues with the lambda sensor or catalytic converter. A visual inspection of the engine bay and the ground beneath the vehicle is necessary to determine if the previously noted oil leak remains active. The recent replacement of the nearside front constant velocity boot should be verified; listen for rhythmic clicking sounds during tight, low-speed turns, which would indicate that the joint was already damaged by dirt ingress before the boot was replaced. Additionally, check for any pedal judder or steering vibration during braking, as the 2021 record flagged corroded and pitted front brake discs, and ensure all tyres are free from the cracking and shoulder wear noted in previous years.