2009 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · BT58 HTG

A pattern of structural and brake-related wear has defined this Peugeot 107's recent MOT history, with the most recent test on 17 June 2026 producing a pass only after a failure just eight days earlier on 9 June 2026 flagged severely worn front brake discs, inoperative all-direction indicators, and excessively worn rear axle swivel pins and bushes. The rear axle bush issue is particularly noteworthy because it points to wear in a fundamental locating component of the rear beam axle, which on the 107 platform is a known fatigue point and can manifest as rear-end instability, clonks over uneven surfaces, and imprecise steering return. The earlier April 2025 cycle showed a similar mechanical character: a fail on 9 April 2025 cited excessive corrosion at the offside rear sill mounting area that significantly reduced structural strength, before the retest passed on 16 April 2025 with only minor advisories. Taken together, these entries describe a vehicle with active corrosion concerns at a structural sill location, recurring rear brake irregularities (binding, grabbing, and hose corrosion), and suspension wear accumulating across consecutive annual tests. The April 2024 cycle further reinforces this picture, where a fail was recorded for an excessively binding and grabbing offside rear service brake alongside deteriorated ball joint dust covers on both sides of the front lower suspension arms. Against a 17-year platform age, the recorded 96,658 miles equates to roughly 5,686 miles per year, which is low and consistent with light urban or occasional use rather than sustained high-mileage running. The testing pattern itself shows no extended gaps, with annual tests recorded consecutively from 2022 through 2026, suggesting the vehicle has remained in regular use throughout this period rather than being laid up. Mechanically, lower annual mileage on a car of this age tends to preserve drivetrain longevity but does not arrest corrosion or the degradation of rubber and bush components, and the recorded defects align with that expectation: corrosion at the sill, perished dust covers, and binding rear brake mechanisms are all consistent with age-related deterioration rather than high-mileage wear on friction components. The mileage progression between tests should be cross-checked against the odometer at the point of purchase to confirm the recorded trajectory has been maintained. For a prospective buyer, the rear axle swivel pin and bush wear flagged on the most recent failure should be a primary inspection focus. On a road test, listen for clonking or knocking from the rear over speed humps and uneven tarmac, particularly when load is shifted laterally, and check for any wandering at the rear axle or a reluctance to settle after cornering. With the offside rear sill having been recorded as excessively corroded and structurally compromised, a physical inspection underneath the vehicle is essential, ideally on a ramp, paying close attention to the jacking points, sill seam, and any previous repair plates or underseal that might be masking ongoing rust. The rear brake binding and grabbing issues from 2024, combined with the 2025 hose ferrule corrosion advisory and the 2026 significantly worn front discs, indicate that a thorough brake system overhaul is likely imminent: expect to budget for new front discs and pads, a rear brake strip and clean of the caliper mechanism, and replacement of the corroded rear brake hose. The front suspension ball joint dust covers that were flagged as severely deteriorated on both sides in 2024 merit close attention even though they were classed as minor at the time, as perished covers permit water and grit ingress that rapidly accelerates joint wear. On test, listen for any front-end knocking through full steering lock, particularly on full lock over uneven ground, and check for uneven tyre wear across the front axle which would indicate worn joints rather than simple alignment drift. The indicators failing completely on the June 2026 test, while potentially a simple bulb or relay fault, should be verified as fully functional across all four corners with hazard mode engaged before purchase. Finally, given the recurring advisory items across multiple annual tests, a pre-purchase inspection by an independent garage familiar with the Peugeot 107/Toyota Aygo/Citroen C1 platform would be a prudent investment, particularly to assess the rear axle integrity and the extent of any sill corrosion beyond what the MOT visual examination can record.