2013 Peugeot Partner 1.6L Diesel · CF13 EPL

A pattern of structural and suspension wear dominates the MOT history of this 2013 Peugeot Partner, with the most recent test on 29 May 2026 recording a fail alongside a pass on the same date. The failure items included dangerous nearside rear tyre tread below the 1.6mm legal minimum, a nearside front tyre cut, both front position lamps inoperative, and an advisory anti-roll bar linkage ball joint with slight play on the nearside front. These outcomes must be read alongside the broader record, which shows two fails in the last three years and a consistent stream of advisories relating to rear axle swivel pins and bushes, suspension component mounting corrosion, and tyre wear on the outer edges. The 2024 test specifically flagged both rear suspension mounting prescribed areas as excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, with both sills corroded to a Major defect level. Taken together, the record points to a vehicle exhibiting age-typical structural degradation in the rear suspension and sill areas, compounded by ongoing wear in the swivel pin assemblies. At 212,941 miles over approximately 13 years, this Partner has averaged roughly 16,380 miles annually, which sits well above the typical light commercial vehicle usage rate and indicates sustained heavy-duty service. The mileage progression between tests is consistent, with no unexplained gaps in testing that would suggest a prolonged period off the road. This level of annual accumulation places considerable cumulative stress on the clutch, drivetrain, turbo components (if fitted), and suspension bushes, all of which align with the advisory items recorded around front oil leaks near the engine and gearbox area. The recurring engine oil leak advisory from 2024 and 2025, combined with gearbox area seepage, suggests that the lower end of the powertrain has been working hard and is likely to require continued attention to sealing components and gaskets. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of both rear sills and the rear axle swivel pin assemblies, as these have appeared in four consecutive tests and represent a structural and safety-critical concern that can deteriorate rapidly once corrosion initiates. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the rear suspension over uneven surfaces, as this would indicate progressed wear in the swivel pin and bush assemblies beyond the slight wear already noted. The nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint play flagged in 2026 warrants close attention; on the road, this typically presents as a faint rattle or knock over speed bumps and during direction changes, so any audible slackness or visible movement when the wheel is rocked by hand should be treated as an immediate rectification item. Inspect all four tyres carefully for inner-edge wear, as the pattern of outer-edge wear advisories on both nearside and offside rear tyres suggests a tracking or suspension geometry issue that may have developed further since 2024. The front brake binding advisory from 2023, while not repeated since, still merits a hot-brake test on the road. Drive moderately, then come to a firm stop and place a hand near each front wheel to feel for excessive heat radiating from the offside front caliper, which would confirm a sticking piston or seized slider mechanism. The front shock absorber top mount bush was flagged as excessively worn to Major level in 2025, so pay attention to any creaking or knocking from the front strut area on full lock and over rough roads, and verify there is no excessive vertical movement when the front of the vehicle is pushed down by hand. Finally, the oil leak advisories around the engine and gearbox area mean a thorough under-bonnet and underfloor examination for fresh seepage is essential, as the persistent nature of these advisories suggests the underlying seals have not been fully addressed and may now warrant closer mechanical inspection.