2014 Peugeot RCZ 1.6L Petrol · BJ64 JBV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend in reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent test conducted in October 2025 at 84,791 miles identified multiple suspension and tyre defects that were not present previously. While the car passed, the accumulation of a worn coil spring, a misting rear shock absorber, and a distorted road wheel suggests that underbody components are only being addressed once they reach a point of failure or inspection. At 84,791 miles, this twelve-year-old Peugeot has averaged approximately 7,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-mileage usage. The data shows a significant gap in activity between August 2022 and September 2023, where the vehicle covered only 3,600 miles in over thirteen months. However, the interval of 10,300 miles between October 2023 and October 2024 shows a return to regular use, which explains the accelerated wear on rubber components and brake hardware noted in the records. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension geometry, as the offside front coil spring was flagged as worn in 2025. The distorted nearside rear road wheel also indicates a past impact that may have affected the alignment or the integrity of the rim. The history shows a recurring issue with tyre quality and perishing, specifically in 2023 and 2025, suggesting the owner has likely neglected to replace tyres until they reached the legal limit or showed visible cracking due to the age of the rubber despite the low mileage. The braking system appears to be a point of ongoing concern given the failure in October 2024 for an ABS fault and the previous reports of thin pads and pitted discs in 2023. The buyer should verify that the ABS fault was properly rectified and check the rear calipers for binding or excessive corrosion. Additionally, the severely deteriorated CV boots noted in 2022 should be re-checked for current leaks, as failure to replace these early leads to expensive drive shaft replacement.